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CCN3 inhibits neointimal hyperplasia through modulation of smooth muscle cell growth and migration.
Arteriosclerosis, thrombosis, and vascular biology - 1 Apr 2010
Shimoyama Tatsushi, Hiraoka Shûichi, Takemoto Minoru, Koshizaka Masaya, Tokuyama Hirotake, Tokuyama Takahiko, Watanabe Aki, Fujimoto Masaki, Kawamura Harukiyo, Sato Seiya, Tsurutani Yuya, Saito Yasushi, Perbal Bernard, Koseki Haruhiko, Yokote Koutaro
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVE: CCN3 belongs to the CCN family, which constitutes multifunctional secreted proteins that act as matrix cellular regulators. We investigated the pathophysiological roles of CCN3 in the vessels. METHODS AND RESULTS: We examined the effects of CCN3 on the proliferation and migration of ra...
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