Pioglitazone Improves the Function of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Chronic Kidney Disease Patients

Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are optimal sources of autologous stem cells for cell-based therapy in chronic kidney disease (CKD). However, CKD-associated pathophysiological conditions, such as endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress and oxidative stress, decrease MSC function. In this work, we study the...

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Main Authors: Yeo Min Yoon, Jun Hee Lee, Chul Won Yun, Sang Hun Lee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-05-01
Series:International Journal of Molecular Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/20/9/2314