SARS-CoV-2 perturbs the Renin-Angiotensin System and energy metabolism.
This article discusses the potential mechanisms by which SARS-CoV-2 modulates the RAS and energy metabolism in individuals with obesity and diabetes mellitus. The article aims to highlight the appropriate strategies for combating the COVID-19 pandemic in the clinical setting and emphasize on the areas that require further investigation in relation to COVID-19 infections in patients with obesity and diabetes mellitus, from the viewpoint of endocrinology and metabolism.
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Source: American Journal of Physiology. Endocrinology and Metabolism - Category: Physiology Authors: Mori J, Oudit GY, Lopaschuk GD Tags: Am J Physiol Endocrinol Metab Source Type: research
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