Modulatory role of chelating agents in diet-induced hypercholesterolemia in rats

Introduction: Hypercholesterolemia is a major risk factor for the development of atherosclerosis and endothelial dysfunction. Chelating agents may play a modulatory role in atherosclerosis by removal of calcium from atherosclerotic plaques. Aim: The present study aimed to explore the effects of calc...

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Main Authors: Heba M. Mahmoud, Hala F. Zaki, Gamal A. El Sherbiny, Hekma A. Abd El-Latif
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University 2014-06-01
Series:Bulletin of Faculty of Pharmacy Cairo University
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1110093113000525