The Impact of Uremic Toxins on Vascular Smooth Muscle Cell Function

The Impact of Uremic Toxins on Vascular Smooth Muscle Cell Function

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is associated with profound vascular remodeling, which accelerates the progression of cardiovascular disease. This remodeling is characterized by intimal hyperplasia, accelerated atherosclerosis, excessive vascular calcification, and vascular stiffness. Vascular smooth m...

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Main Authors: Lucie Hénaut, Aurélien Mary, Jean-Marc Chillon, Saïd Kamel, Ziad A. Massy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-05-01
Series:Toxins
Subjects:
chronic kidney disease
uremic toxins
vascular smooth muscle cells
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/10/6/218

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