Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Exenatide in Human Pancreatic Islets

Exenatide is an analog of the incretin hormone glucagon-like peptide (GLP-1) that is used for the treatment of T2D for their metabolic effects. In addition to its insulinotropic effects, exenatide increases functional islet mass and improves their survival. Improved outcomes have been reported in re...

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Main Authors: S. R. Cechin, I. Pérez-Álvarez, E. Fenjves, R. D. Molano, A. Pileggi, P-O. Berggren, C. Ricordi, R. L. Pastori Ph.D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2012-04-01
Series:Cell Transplantation
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.3727/096368911X576027