Is low subcutaneous thigh fat a risk factor for unfavourable glucose and lipid levels , independently of high abdominal fat . The Health ABC Study?
Larger subcutaneous thigh fat is independently associated with more favourable glucose (in men) and lipid levels (in both sexes) after accounting for abdominal fat depots, which are associated with unfavourable glucose and lipid levels. Anthropometric measures reflect different fat depots at different levels of BMI at the abdomen, and reflect both fat and lean tissue at the thigh. These results emphasise the importance of accurate measures of regional body composition when investigating potential health risks.
After LDL-C goal has been achieved, LDL size modulation may be taken into account in order to prevent cardiovascular complications.