Fibroblast-derived non-canonical WNT ligands contribute to attenuated alveolar epithelial repair in COPD

Conclusion: In COPD, attenuated canonical WNT signaling and disturbed alveolar epithelial cell repair may be a consequence of a shift in conditions that triggers WNT-5A secretion by fibroblasts.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 23, 2014 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Baarsma, H. A., Boczkowski, J., Yildirim, A. O., Konigshoff, M. Tags: 3.3 Mechanisms of Lung Injury and Repair Source Type: research