Mitochondrial Dysfunction Is a Common Denominator Linking Skeletal Muscle Wasting Due to Disease, Aging, and Prolonged Inactivity

Skeletal muscle is the most abundant tissue in the body and is required for numerous vital functions, including breathing and locomotion. Notably, deterioration of skeletal muscle mass is also highly correlated to mortality in patients suffering from chronic diseases (e.g., cancer). Numerous conditi...

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Main Authors: Hayden W. Hyatt, Scott K. Powers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:Antioxidants
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/10/4/588