The role of the 5-hydroxytryptamine pathway in reflux-induced esophageal mucosal injury in rats

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Dysfunction of the 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) signaling pathway can lead to gastrointestinal motility and secretion abnormalities and to visceral hypersensitivity. The aim of this study is to investigate the role of 5-HT in reflux-in...

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Main Authors: Yang Lingrong, Cai Haifang, Tou Jinfa, Gu Weizhong, Shu Xiaoli, Zhang Ting, Yang Xi, Shen Zheng, Jiang Mizu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-10-01
Series:World Journal of Surgical Oncology
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Online Access:http://www.wjso.com/content/10/1/219