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Effects of androgens on endothelial progenitor cells in vitro and in vivo.
Clinical science (London, England : 1979) - 7 Sept 2009
Fadini Gian Paolo, Albiero Mattia, Cignarella Andrea, Bolego Chiara, Pinna Christian, Boscaro Elisa, Pagnin Elisa, De Toni Renzo, de Kreutzenberg Saula, Agostini Carlo, Avogaro Angelo
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The beneficial or detrimental effects of androgens on the cardiovascular system are debated. Endothelial progenitor cells are bone-marrow-derived cells involved in endothelial healing and angiogenesis, which promote cardiovascular health. Oestrogens are potent stimulators of endothelial progenitor cells, and previous findings have indicated that androgens may improve the biology of these cells as well. In the...
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