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For the purpose of determining the pathogenic role of transforming growth factor-beta1 (TGF-beta1) in the mechanism of chronic rheumatic heart disease, we evaluated the expression of TGF-beta1, proliferation of myofibroblasts,...
PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to examine the effects of all-trans retinoic acid (ATRA) on diabetic nephropathy.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: We measured amounts of urinary albumin excretion (UAE) after...
Diabetic nephropathy is the most serious complication in diabetes mellitus. It is known that oxidative stress and inflammation play a central role in the development of diabetic nephropathy. In this...