Pathophysiological mechanisms of statin‐associated myopathies: possible role of the ubiquitin‐proteasome system
Background Statins are the cornerstone of pharmacotherapy for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. While these drugs are generally safe, treatment adherence is not optimal in a considerable proportion of patients because of the adverse effects on skeletal muscles in the forms of myopathy, myalgia...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2020-10-01
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Series: | Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/jcsm.12579 |