Role of Collagen in Airway Mechanics
Collagen is the most abundant airway extracellular matrix component and is the primary determinant of mechanical airway properties. Abnormal airway collagen deposition is associated with the pathogenesis and progression of airway disease. Thus, understanding how collagen affects healthy airway tissu...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-01-01
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| Series: | Bioengineering |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2306-5354/8/1/13 |