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World J Diabetes. May 15, 2010; 1(2): 57-64
Published online May 15, 2010. doi: 10.4239/wjd.v1.i2.57
Published online May 15, 2010. doi: 10.4239/wjd.v1.i2.57
Figure 2 AT1-R activation by angiotensin II produced by the retina stimulates several pathways involved in the pathogenesis of DR such as inflammation, oxidative stress, leukostasis and angiogenesis.
AT1-R:Angiotensin II type 1 receptor; AT2-R: Angiotensin II type 2 receptor; AGEs: Advanced glycated end products; BM: Basal membrane; BRB: Blood retinal barrier; ECM: Extracellular matrix; VEGF: Vascular endothelial growth factor.
- Citation: Villarroel M, Ciudin A, Hernández C, Simó R. Neurodegeneration: An early event of diabetic retinopathy. World J Diabetes 2010; 1(2): 57-64
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1948-9358/full/v1/i2/57.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4239/wjd.v1.i2.57