Sex Dimorphism in Pulmonary Hypertension: The Role of the Sex Chromosomes
Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a condition characterised by an abnormal elevation of pulmonary artery pressure caused by an increased pulmonary vascular resistance, frequently leading to right ventricular failure and reduced survival. Marked sexual dimorphism is observed in patients with pulmonary a...
Main Authors: | Daria S. Kostyunina, Paul McLoughlin |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-05-01
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Series: | Antioxidants |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/10/5/779 |
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