Losartan inhibits collagen I synthesis and improves the distribution and efficacy of nanotherapeutics in tumors

The dense collagen network in tumors significantly reduces the penetration and efficacy of nanotherapeutics. We tested whether losartan-a clinically approved angiotensin II receptor antagonist with noted antifibrotic activity-can enhance the penetration and efficacy of nanomedicine. We found that lo...

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Main Authors: Diop-Frimpong, Benjamin (Contributor), Chauhan, Vikash P. (Author), Krane, Stephen (Author), Boucher, Yves (Author), Jain, Rakesh K. (Author)
Other Authors: Harvard University- (Contributor)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: National Academy of Sciences (U.S.), 2011-09-23T18:46:47Z.
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