Molecular pathway for the localized formation of the sinoatrial node.

The sinoatrial node, which resides at the junction of the right atrium and the superior caval vein, contains specialized myocardial cells that initiate the heart beat. Despite this fundamental role in heart function, the embryonic origin and mechanisms of localized formation of the sinoatrial node h...

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Main Authors: Mommersteeg, M, Hoogaars, WM, Prall, O, de Gier-de Vries, C, Wiese, C, Clout, D, Papaioannou, V, Brown, N, Harvey, R, Moorman, A, Christoffels, V
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2007