Cellular and extracellular modifications induced by diabetic conditions in tissue engineered blood vessels

Abstract

Purpose: To determine the fate of tissue engineered blood vessels in the diabetic environment. Elevated levels of blood glucose and lipids interact irreversibly with long-lived proteins, such as collagen and elastin from the... [ view full abstract ]

Authors

  1. Aggie Simionescu (Clemson University)
  2. Jhilmil Dhulekar (Clemson University)
  3. Dan Simionescu (Clemson University)

Topic Area

Topics: Arterial Remodeling: Bridging Molecular Mechanisms and Arterial Mechanics

Session

Poster » Poster Presentations (18:30 - Thursday, 8th September, Max Bell 252)