Piezo1 Channels Contribute to the Regulation of Human Atrial Fibroblast Mechanical Properties and Matrix Stiffness Sensing
The mechanical environment of cardiac cells changes continuously and undergoes major alterations during diseases. Most cardiac diseases, including atrial fibrillation, are accompanied by fibrosis which can impair both electrical and mechanical function of the heart. A key characteristic of fibrotic...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-03-01
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| Series: | Cells |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4409/10/3/663 |