Evidence for Bladder Urothelial Pathophysiology in Functional Bladder Disorders

Understanding of the role of urothelium in regulating bladder function is continuing to evolve. While the urothelium is thought to function primarily as a barrier for preventing injurious substances and microorganisms from gaining access to bladder stroma and upper urinary tract, studies indicate it...

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Main Authors: Susan K. Keay, Lori A. Birder, Toby C. Chai
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:BioMed Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/865463