Publications by authors named "Bang-Hao Zhao"
Distinct roles of MIF in the pathogenesis of ischemic heart disease.
Cytokine Growth Factor Rev
December 2024
The role of macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) as a multifunctional cytokine in immunomodulation and inflammatory response is increasingly appreciated. Ischemic heart disease (IHD), the leading cause of global mortality, remains a focal point of research owing to its intricate pathophysiology. MIF has been identified as a critical player in IHD, where it exerts distinct roles.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe role and mechanisms of microvascular damage in the ischemic myocardium.
Cell Mol Life Sci
October 2023
Article Synopsis
- After a heart injury, it's super important to quickly get blood flowing again to prevent more damage.
- But sometimes, restoring blood flow can actually make things worse, causing more harm to the heart cells.
- Researchers are looking into how tiny blood vessels can get hurt during this process, and they want to find better ways to help patients recover and avoid heart failure.