Stage-dependent association of BDNF and TGF-β<sub>1</sub> with lung function in stable COPD

Stage-dependent association of BDNF and TGF-β<sub>1</sub> with lung function in stable COPD

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is characterised by complex inflammatory, neuronal and fibrotic changes. Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) is a key regulator of neuronal plasticity, whereas Transforming Growth Fac...

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Main Authors: Stoll Paul, Wuertemberger Urs, Bratke Kai, Zingler Christiana, Virchow J Christian, Lommatzsch Marek
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-12-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Subjects:
COPD
Inflammation
Fibrosis
BDNF
TGF-β<sub>1</sub>
Online Access:http://respiratory-research.com/content/13/1/116

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