Pathophysiological and Genetic Aspects of Vascular Calcification

Recent evidence suggests that vascular calcification is an independent cardiovascular risk factor (CRF) of morbidity and mortality. New studies point out the existence of a complex physiopathological mechanism that involves inflammation, oxidation, the release of chemical mediators, and genetic fact...

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Main Authors: Luis Fernando Escobar Guzman, Cristian Andres Escobar Guzman, Neuza Helena Moreira Lopes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2020-01-01
Series:Cardiology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/5169069