Perivascular Adipose Tissue as a Target for Antioxidant Therapy for Cardiovascular Complications
Perivascular adipose tissue (PVAT) is the connective tissue surrounding most of the systemic blood vessels. PVAT is now recognized as an important endocrine tissue that maintains vascular homeostasis. Healthy PVAT has anticontractile, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidative roles. Vascular oxidative st...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2020-07-01
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Series: | Antioxidants |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/9/7/574 |