Objective-To evaluate whether expression of platelet derived growth factor B (PDGF-B) protein is associated with expression of its receptor protein in human coronary arteries after angioplasty and to identify cells involved. Background-PDGF is considered an

Both the injury and the response to injury after percutaneous transluminal angioplasty were almost identical to that seen in humans after coronary angioplasty. Thus, the WHHL rabbit appears to be an appropriate experimental model for use in further studies.

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