Abstract / Description of output
Multiple resident cell types contribute to maintaining the structure and physiological function of the heart over the life course. Cardiomyocyte proliferation supports scar free regeneration in the neonatal heart following injury, but a lower rate of proliferation in the adult necessitates replacement by a collagen scar to maintain ventricular integrity. In this short review we discuss recent studies that have identified novel roles for non-myocyte resident cells and the extracellular matrix in supporting repair, as well as cardiomyocyte and vascular regeneration, following myocardial infarction.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 46-51 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Current opinion in physiology |
Volume | 1 |
Early online date | 13 Dec 2017 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Feb 2018 |