THSD1 preserves vascular integrity and protects against intraplaque haemorrhaging in ApoE-/- mice

Conclusion
THSD1 is a new regulator of endothelial barrier function during vascular development and protects intraplaque microvessels against haemorrhaging in advanced atherosclerotic lesions.

Source: Cardiovascular Research - March 18, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Haasdijk, R. A., Den Dekker, W. K., Cheng, C., Tempel, D., Szulcek, R., Bos, F. L., Hermkens, D. M. A., Chrifi, I., Brandt, M. M., Van Dijk, C., Xu, Y. J., Van De Kamp, E. H. M., Blonden, L. A. J., Van Bezu, J., Sluimer, J. C., Biessen, E. A. L., Van Nieu Tags: Vascular Biology Source Type: research