Role of Autophagy on Heavy Metal-Induced Renal Damage and the Protective Effects of Curcumin in Autophagy and Kidney Preservation
Curcumin is a hydrophobic polyphenol compound extracted from the rhizome of turmeric. The protective effect of curcumin on kidney damage in multiple experimental models has been widely described. Its protective effect is mainly associated with its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as wel...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2019-07-01
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| Series: | Medicina |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1010-660X/55/7/360 |