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Connexin 37 limits thrombus propensity by downregulating platelet reactivity.
Circulation - 23 Aug 2011
Angelillo-Scherrer Anne, Fontana Pierre, Burnier Laurent, Roth Isabelle, Sugamele Rocco, Brisset Anne, Morel Sandrine, Nolli Séverine, Sutter Esther, Chassot Alexandra, Capron Claude, Borgel Delphine, Saller François, Chanson Marc, Kwak Brenda R
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BACKGROUND: Formation of platelet plug initiates hemostasis after vascular injury and triggers thrombosis in ischemic disease. However, the mechanisms leading to the formation of a stable thrombus are poorly understood. Connexins comprise a family of proteins that form gap junctions enabling inte...
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