Globular adiponectin protects H9c2 cells from palmitate-induced apoptosis via Akt and ERK1/2 signaling pathways

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Cardiomyocytes apoptosis is an important contributor to myocardial dysfunction and heart failure. Adiponectin has cardioprotective effects, potential mechanisms behind it are not clear in cardiomyocytes. The purpose of the study was...

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Main Authors: Wei Chuan, Li Yan, Zheng Hong, Sun Kai, Tong Yong, Dai Wen, Wu Wei, Bao An
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-10-01
Series:Lipids in Health and Disease
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Online Access:http://www.lipidworld.com/content/11/1/135