The Role of Epigenetics in Arterial Calcification

Arterial calcification is highly prevalent and correlated with cardiovascular mortality, especially in patients with ESRD or diabetes. The pathogenesis of arterial calcification is multifactorial, with both genetic and environmental factors being implicated. In recent years, several mechanisms contr...

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Main Authors: Shan-Shan Wu, Xiao Lin, Ling-Qing Yuan, Er-Yuan Liao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2015-01-01
Series:BioMed Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/320849