Tenascin-C and alpha-smooth muscle actin positive cells are increased in the large airways in patients with COPD
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by inflammation and remodeling of the lungs. This results in alterations in extracellular matrix (ECM) and structural changes leading to airflow obstruction. We studied th...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2011-04-01
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| Series: | Respiratory Research |
| Online Access: | http://respiratory-research.com/content/12/1/48 |