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Establishment and Validation of a Rat Model of Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Associated with Pulmonary Fibrosis
Published on: May 23, 2025
[Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Impairs Duodenal Barrier Integrity in Rats]
Shouei Ishimaru1, Satoshi Mizuno1, Tomoya Tanada1
1Department of Pharmacy Practice and Sciences, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Toyama.
Summary
Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) impairs intestinal barrier function. This study found that PAH in rats significantly increased duodenal permeability, indicating a compromised gut barrier in this condition.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Research
- Gastroenterology
- Pulmonary Medicine
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