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Ercc1 DNA repair deficiency results in vascular aging characterized by VSMC phenotype switching, ECM remodeling, and an increased stress response.
Aging cell - 1 May 2024
van der Linden Janette, Stefens Sanne J M, Heredia-Genestar José María, Ridwan Yanto, Brandt Renata M C, van Vliet Nicole, de Beer Isa, van Thiel Bibi S, Steen Herman, Cheng Caroline, Roks Anton J M, Danser A H Jan, Essers Jeroen, van der Pluijm Ingrid
Abstract excerpt
Cardiovascular diseases are the number one cause of death globally. The most important determinant of cardiovascular health is a person's age. Aging results in structural changes and functional decline of the cardiovascular system. DNA damage is an important contributor to the aging process, and mice with a DNA repair defect caused by Ercc1 deficiency display hypertension, vascular stiffening, and loss of...
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