RETN and atherosclerosis: Adipokines, primarily secreted by adipose tissue, have been implicated in a wide range of physiological processes including inflammation, atherosclerosis, and regulation of metabolic homeostasis, all of which have been associated with cardiovascular diseases.3, 4, 5 Among these, adiponectin and resistin stand as interesting molecules to investigate in the context of AAA due to their distinct roles in cardiovascular health.