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A Major Role of VEGFR1 Blockade in Protecting Glomerular Endothelium in Experimental Diabetes.

Article D Peer reviewed Preclinical

Key takeaways

This study used mice to test a drug that blocks a specific protein. The goal was to see if it could protect the tiny blood vessels in the kidneys. The results suggest it may help in animal models of diabetes. This was done in animals, not people yet.

Who did this work

Locatelli M · Cerullo D · Corna D · Abbate M · Macconi D · Rottoli D · Conti S · Zanchi C · Li J · Magnone MC · Gonzalez Villalobos RA · Breyer MD

Source

Article · PubMed, CKD progression and prevention · 2026 Oct 5
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42833870/