학위논문(박사)--서울대학교 대학원 :의과대학 의학과,2020. 2. 최성희.Ectopic fat accumulation is a typical feature in metabolic deterioration conditions such as diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular disease. Fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) is a novel metabolic regulatory protein produced primarily by the liver and acts mainly through the adipose tissue; it regulates glucose and lipid metabolism. However, plasma FGF21 concentrations are paradoxically increased in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and obesity, suggesting resistance to the action of this ligand. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between FGF21 concentrations and various types of ectopic fat accumulation in patients with insulin resistance. Furthermore, this study aimed to...