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Fall 2010
Abstract: Introduction: Partial bladder outlet obstruction (pBOO) is a ubiquitous problem that results in renal damage. We hypothesize that change in the bladder progresses over time. Methods: Fischer rats underwent surgical pBOO for 2, 4, 8, or 13 weeks and were compared to shams. Urodynamic...
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Chronic Fatigue Mechanisms in Autoimmune Diseases: Lessons from Primary Biliary Cholangitis and Systemic Sclerosis
DownloadFall 2023
Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is an autoimmune disease affecting the body's connective tissues, resulting in progressive fibrosis and vasculopathy. In some cases, individuals with SSc may also develop primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), another autoimmune disease characterized by damage to their...
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Novel Mediators and Medical Prevention of Bladder Fibrosis After Partial Bladder Outlet Obstruction
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Introduction: Partial bladder outlet obstruction (pBOO) is a significant problem that can affect renal health. We hypothesize that changes occur in small leucine-rich proteoglycan (SLRP) composition of extracellular matrix over time in this process. We hypothesize that medical treatment of...
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Spring 2021
Ischemic cardiomyopathy remains the primary cause of heart failure worldwide. A disintegrin and metalloproteinases (ADAMs) are a family of membrane-bound proteases with diverse functions. ADAM15 is expressed in the myocardium and is involved in mechanisms associated with ischemic heart disease...