TNF-α- and tumor-induced skeletal muscle atrophy involves sphingolipid metabolism

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Muscle atrophy associated with various pathophysiological conditions represents a major health problem, because of its contribution to the deterioration of patient status and its effect on mortality. Although the involvement of pro-i...

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Main Authors: De Larichaudy Joffrey, Zufferli Alessandra, Serra Filippo, Isidori Andrea M, Naro Fabio, Dessalle Kevin, Desgeorges Marine, Piraud Monique, Cheillan David, Vidal Hubert, Lefai Etienne, Némoz Georges
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-01-01
Series:Skeletal Muscle
Online Access:http://www.skeletalmusclejournal.com/content/2/1/2