Cardiac stromal cells on stage: From dull filler to specialized actors

[摘要] Cardiac stromal cells have faced through the years a significant evolution in their definitions concerning theirphenotypes, markers, and functions. They are surging to key roles in physiopathology, becoming important targets to beexploited for cardiac repair. In this perspective, we briefly discuss their role in novel therapeutic strategies for enhancingcardiac repair and regeneration.

[学科分类] 仪器

[关键词] Cardiac fibroblasts;Cardiac stroma;Cardiac repair;Cardiac remodeling