| Literature DB >> 16990842 |
Danilo Fliser1, Ferdinand H Bahlmann, Kirsten deGroot, Hermann Haller.
Abstract
The major physiological function of erythropoietin is the induction of erythropoiesis. A growing body of evidence indicates, however, that this hormone has tissue-protective effects and prevents tissue damage during ischemia and inflammation. This review article summarizes the present knowledge on the cardiovascular and renal protective effects of erythropoietin and discusses the possible underlying mechanisms.Entities:
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Year: 2006 PMID: 16990842 DOI: 10.1038/ncpcardio0609
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Nat Clin Pract Cardiovasc Med ISSN: 1743-4297