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Biointerface topography regulates phenotypic switching and cell apoptosis in vascular smooth muscle cells.
Biochemical and biophysical research communications - 4 Jun 2020
Han Lu, Yin Qingde, Yang Liangliang, van Rijn Patrick, Yang Yanyan, Liu Yan, Li Min, Yan Mingzhe, Zhou Qihui, Yu Tao, Lian Zhexun
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: In-stent restenosis (ISR) is a complex disease that occurs after coronary stenting procedures. The development of quality materials and improvement of our understanding on significant factors regulating ISR are essential for enhancing prognosis. Vascular smooth muscle cells (VSMCs) are the main constituent cells of blood vessel walls, and dysfunction of VMSCs can exacerbate ISR. Accordingly, in this...
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