p38 Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase Mediates Sidestream Cigarette Smoke-Induced Endothelial Permeability

Second-hand smoke is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. So far, little is known about the signaling mechanisms of second-hand smoke-induced vascular dysfunction. Endothelial junctions are fundamental structures important for maintaining endothelial barrier function. Our study...

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Main Authors: Brad Low, Mei Liang, Jian Fu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2007-01-01
Series:Journal of Pharmacological Sciences
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1347861319342471