Periostin inhibits mechanical stretch-induced apoptosis in osteoblast-like MG-63 cells
Background/purpose: Appropriate mechanical stress plays an important role in regulating the proliferation and differentiation of osteoblasts, whereas high-level mechanical stress may be harmful and compromise cell survival. Periostin, a matricellular protein, is essential in maintaining functional i...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2018-04-01
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| Series: | Journal of the Formosan Medical Association |
| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0929664617308203 |