The Role of Signal Transducer and Activator of Transcription 5 and Transforming Growth Factor-Beta 1 in Hepatic Fibrosis Induced by Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection in Egyptian Patients.

Conclusion:STAT5 may play a significant role in hepatic fibrogenesis mostly through induction of TGF- β1, but not through HSC activation.
Source: Medical Principles and Practice - Category: Internal Medicine Source Type: research