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The ADP antagonist MRS2179 regulates the phenotype of smooth muscle cells to limit intimal hyperplasia.
Cardiovascular drugs and therapy - 1 Feb 2015
Liu Rong, Ma Shixin, Lu Zhigang, Shen Hong, Sun Leiqing, Wei Meng
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PURPOSE: ADP plays an important part in platelet aggregation by activating P2Y1 and P2Y12 receptors. The ADP antagonist MRS2179 has been used in thrombosis-related treatments but its effects on vein graft (VG) remodeling is undefined. We examined the effect of MRS2179 on VG intimal hyperplasia and explored the mechanism of action. METHODS: A mouse model of VG transplantation was established. Mice underwent...
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