P683The role of nitric oxide synthase (NOS) and its essential cofactor tetrahydrobiopterin (BH4) in diabetic cardiomyopathy.

PURPOSE: Diabetes can impact on cardiovascular health by causing a distinct condition termed "diabetic cardiomyopathy". Its characteristic left ventricular (LV) diastolic dysfunction has been associated with interstitial fibrosis, reduced NO availability, and abnormal calcium handling. How...

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Main Authors: Duglan, D, Carnicer, R, Simon, J, Chuaiphichai, S, Hale, A, Channon, K, Casadei, B
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2014