Metformin Attenuates Silica-Induced Pulmonary Fibrosis by Activating Autophagy via the AMPK-mTOR Signaling Pathway
Long-term exposure to crystalline silica particles leads to silicosis characterized by persistent inflammation and progressive fibrosis in the lung. So far, there is no specific treatment to cure the disease other than supportive care. In this study, we examined the effects of metformin, a prescribe...
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2021-08-01
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| Serie: | Frontiers in Pharmacology |
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| Accesso online: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fphar.2021.719589/full |
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