Fibroblast Growth Factor-23 Helps Explain the Biphasic Cardiovascular Effects of Vitamin D in Chronic Kidney Disease
<p>Hypovitaminosis D is highly prevalent in chronic kidney disease (CKD). Recently, vitamin D has sparked widespread interest because of its potential favorable benefits on cardiovascular disease (CVD). Evidence from clinical studies and animal models supports the existence of biphasic cardiov...
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| Language: | English |
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Ivyspring International Publisher
2012-01-01
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| Series: | International Journal of Biological Sciences |
| Online Access: | http://www.biolsci.org/v08p0663.htm |