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Published in: Journal of Inflammation 1/2013

Open Access 01-08-2013 | Poster presentation

Preclinical animal models of COPD

Author: Ross Vlahos

Published in: Journal of Inflammation | Special Issue 1/2013

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COPD is a complex inflammatory airway disease characterized by airflow limitation that is not fully reversible. The mechanisms and mediators that drive the induction and progression of chronic inflammation, emphysema and altered lung function are poorly understood. Current treatments have limited efficacy in COPD and there is a clear need for new therapies that can prevent the induction and progression of COPD. Animal modeling systems that accurately reflect disease pathophysiology continue to be essential to the development of new therapies. …
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Title
Preclinical animal models of COPD
Author
Ross Vlahos
Publication date
01-08-2013
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Journal of Inflammation / Issue Special Issue 1/2013
Electronic ISSN: 1476-9255
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/1476-9255-10-S1-P25

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