Moreover, mRNA levels of VEGF-C, VEGF-D, and VEGFR-3 were significantly higher in the CAD group relative to the NCAD group in EAT (all P < 0.05), and VEGF-C and VEGFR-3 levels were significantly higher in the CAD group relative to the NCAD group in PAT (both P < 0.05). The gene discussed is VEGFC; the disease is coronary artery disorder.