Fibroblast-derived Hgf controls recruitment and expansion of muscle during morphogenesis of the mammalian diaphragm

The diaphragm is a domed muscle between the thorax and abdomen essential for breathing in mammals. Diaphragm development requires the coordinated development of muscle, connective tissue, and nerve, which are derived from different embryonic sources. Defects in diaphragm development cause the common...

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Main Authors: Elizabeth M Sefton, Mirialys Gallardo, Claire E Tobin, Brittany C Collins, Mary P Colasanto, Allyson J Merrell, Gabrielle Kardon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: eLife Sciences Publications Ltd 2022-09-01
Series:eLife
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Online Access:https://elifesciences.org/articles/74592