Magnolin Protects against Contrast-Induced Nephropathy in Rats via Antioxidation and Antiapoptosis

Background. Magnolin is the major active ingredient of the herb Magnolia fargesii which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidative effects. Oxidative stress and apoptosis are involved in the pathogenesis of contrast-induced nephropathy (CIN). We hypothesize that Magnolin could protect against CIN throu...

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Main Authors: Feng Wang, Guangyuan Zhang, Yang Zhou, Dingkun Gui, Junhui Li, Tao Xing, Niansong Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/203458