| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2887924 | Annals of Vascular Surgery | 2010 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Our data showed vascular smooth muscle hypertrophy in the diseased vessels. The same dysregulation of apoptosis through intrinsic pathway was demonstrated in varicocele and varicose veins under tissues hypoxia. This mechanism of reduced apoptosis might contribute to the dilated and thickened walls of both venous diseases.
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Authors
Jane-Dar Lee, Wen-Kai Yang, Chin-Hu Lai,