Immature Circulating SP-B, Bound to HDL, Represents an Early Sign of Smoke-Induced Pathophysiological Alterations

Immature Circulating SP-B, Bound to HDL, Represents an Early Sign of Smoke-Induced Pathophysiological Alterations

Cigarette smoking is a major independent risk factor for cardiovascular diseases (CVD). The underlying mechanisms, however, are not clearly understood. Lungs are the primary route of exposure to smoke, with pulmonary cells and surfactant being the first structures directly exposed, resulting in the...

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Main Authors: Cristina Banfi, Maura Brioschi, Massimo Mapelli, Erica Gianazza, Alice Mallia, Beatrice Zoanni, Elisabetta Salvioni, Paola Gugliandolo, Nicolò Capra, Fabrizio Veglia, Piergiuseppe Agostoni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:Biomolecules
Subjects:
surfactant protein B
smoke
oxidative stress
inflammation
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2218-273X/11/4/551

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