Ghrelin Protects Human Lens Epithelial Cells against Oxidative Stress-Induced Damage

Oxidative stress has been recognized as an important mediator in the pathogenesis of age-related cataracts; using antioxidant supplements is one plausible strategy to protect the antioxidative defense system against oxidative stress. Ghrelin administration is expected to reduce ROS, preventing the o...

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Main Authors: Jie Bai, Fan Yang, Li Dong, Yi Zheng
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2017-01-01
Series:Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2017/1910450