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A schematic presentation of adipose tissue in obesity. The tissue is infiltrated with pro-inflammatory macrophages which secrete inflammatory mediators, such as TNF-α. M2 macrophages play a protective role by secreting anti-inflammatory cytokines and enhancing insulin sensitivity.
