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Cellular, Molecular and Clinical Aspects of Aortic Aneurysm-Vascular Physiology and Pathophysiology.
Cells - 1 Feb 2024
Domagała Dominika, Data Krzysztof, Szyller Hubert, Farzaneh Maryam, Mozdziak Paul, Woźniak Sławomir, Zabel Maciej, Dzięgiel Piotr, Kempisty Bartosz
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A disturbance of the structure of the aortic wall results in the formation of aortic aneurysm, which is characterized by a significant bulge on the vessel surface that may have consequences, such as distention and finally rupture. Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a major pathological condition because it affects approximately 8% of elderly men and 1.5% of elderly women. The pathogenesis of AAA involves multiple...
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