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Adipose Stem Cells from Lipedema and Control Adipose Tissue Respond Differently to Adipogenic Stimulation In Vitro.

Bauer AT., von Lukowicz D., Lossagk K., Hopfner U., Kirsch M., Moog P.

Prospective Study, published in Plast Reconstr Surg (2019) — summary generated from the PubMed abstract.

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Study type
Prospective Study
Journal
Plast Reconstr Surg (2019)
Country
United States
Reported sample size
—
Source database
PubMed
PMID
31461015
DOI
10.1097/PRS.0000000000005918
Citations
29

Abstract (original English)

Background Lipedema is characterized by localized accumulation of fat in the extremities, which is typically unresponsive to dietary regimens or physical activity. Although the disease is well described and has a high incidence, little is known regarding the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying its pathogenesis. The aim of this study was to investigate the pathophysiology of lipedema adipose cells in vitro. Methods Adipose-derived stem cells were isolated from lipoaspirates derived from lipedema and nonlipedema patients undergoing tumescent liposuction. In vitro differentiation studies were performed for up to 14 days using adipogenic or regular culture medium. Supernatants and cell lysates were tested for adiponectin, leptin, insulin-like growth factor-1, aromatase (CYP19A1), and interleukin-8 content at days 7 and 14, using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays. Adipogenesis was evaluated by visualizing and measuring cytoplasmic lipid accumulation. Results Lipedema adipose-derived stem cells showed impeded adipogenesis already at early stages of in vitro differentiation. Concomitant with a strongly reduced cytoplasmic lipid accumulation, significantly lower amounts of adiponectin and leptin were detectable in supernatants from lipedema adipose-derived stem cells and adipocytes compared with control cells. In addition, lipedema and nonlipedema cells differed in their expr

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  • • This study does not prove SVF is an approved treatment or a replacement for standard care.

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Early human evidence such as case series or small samples is exploring possible benefits.

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AdipocytesAdipogenesisAdiponectinAdipose TissueAdultAromataseBiomarkersCell DifferentiationFemaleHumans

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