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Galectin-3 in Atrial Fibrillation: Mechanisms and Therapeutic Implications.

Nicolas ClementyEric PiverArnaud BissonClémentine AndreAnne BernardBertrand PierreLaurent FauchierDominique Babuty
Published in: International journal of molecular sciences (2018)
Maintenance of atrial fibrillation is a complex mechanism, including extensive electrical and structural remodeling of the atria which involves progressive fibrogenesis. Galectin-3 is a biomarker of fibrosis, and, thus, may be involved in atrial remodeling in atrial fibrillation patients. We review the role of galectin-3 in AF mechanisms and its potential therapeutic implications.
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