Modulation of endothelin production and metabolism in guinea pig cultured tracheal epithelial cells
Endothelins (ET-1, ET-2, ET-3) are potent bronchoconstrictors and growth-promoting mediators. ET-1 is released from various cells such as endothelial and epithelial cells. In patients with Status Asthmaticus and other pulmonary disorders, the expression and production of ET-1 are increased. Treatmen...
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Université de Sherbrooke
1997
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| Online Access: | http://savoirs.usherbrooke.ca/handle/11143/3130 |