Effects of Statins on Renin–Angiotensin System
Statins, a class of drugs for lowering serum LDL-cholesterol, have attracted attention because of their wide range of pleiotropic effects. An important but often neglected effect of statins is their role in the renin–angiotensin system (RAS) pathway. This pathway plays an integral role in the progre...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-07-01
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Series: | Journal of Cardiovascular Development and Disease |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2308-3425/8/7/80 |