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Matrix Metalloproteinase-2 Induced Venous Dilation via Hyperpolarization and Activation of K(+) Channels. Relevance to Varicose Vein Formation

BACKGROUND: Varicose veins are a common disorder of extensive venous dilation and remodeling with as yet unclear mechanism. Studies have shown elevated plasma and tissue levels of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) in human varicose veins and animal models of venous hypertension. Although the effects...

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Main Authors: Raffetto, Joseph D., Ross, Reagan L., Khalil, Raouf A.
Format: Artigo
Language:Inglês
Published: 2007
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Online Access:https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1794684/
https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17264019
https://ncbi.nlm.nih.govhttp://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jvs.2006.10.041
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