Vasorelaxant effect of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) in human isolated pulmonary vessels

S. Harrison, P. M. Gigli, A. Ianni, R. Patacchini, P. Geppetti (Florence, Parma, Italy)

Source: Annual Congress 2005 - Exploring alternative mechanisms and treatments
Session: Exploring alternative mechanisms and treatments
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 3711

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