Cell stiffening and contraction induced by thrombin in alveolar epithelial cells treated with dexamethasone

R. Farre, F. Puig, N. Gavara, R. Sunyer, D. Navajas (Barcelona, Spain)

Source: Annual Congress 2006 - Respiratory mechanics
Session: Respiratory mechanics
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 4807
Disease area: Airway diseases

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