The extracellular matrix of the lung and airway responsiveness in asthma
The extracellular matrix is the main determinant of the structure and of mechanical behaviour of the lung. The extracellular matrix is also responsible for the mechanical interdependence between airway and parenchyma due to the alveolar attachments to the airways. Asthma is characterized by bronchia...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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PAGEPress Publications
2016-01-01
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| Series: | Monaldi Archives for Chest Disease |
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| Online Access: | https://www.monaldi-archives.org/index.php/macd/article/view/373 |