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Networked-based Characterization of Extracellular Matrix Proteins from Adult Mouse Pulmonary and Aortic Valves
6 Dec 2010
Abstract excerpt
A precise mixture of extracellular matrix (ECM) secreted by valvular cells forms a scaffold that lends the heart valve the exact mechanical and tensile strength needed for accurate hemodynamic performance. ECM proteins are a key component of valvular endothelial cell (VEC)-valvular interstitial cell (VIC) communication essential for maintenance of the valve structure. This study reports the healthy adult...
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