Councils of the European Society of Cardiology

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03/12/2010 00:00:00

Reversibility of T-tubule remodelling in heart failure: mechanical load as a dynamic regulator of the T-tubules

ESC Journals article - editor's choice
Ibrahim and Terracciano
The T-tubule system in ventricular cardiomyocytes is essential for synchronous Ca2+ handling, and, therefore, efficient contraction. T-tubular remodelling is a common feature of heart disease. In this review, we discuss whether t-tubular remodelling can be reversed and which factors may be implicated in this process. In particular, we focus on the interaction between mechanical load variation and T-tubule structure and function. What is the evidence of this relationship?... Read the free full article

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ESC supports European Commission's proposed Tobacco Products Directive

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Tricuspid valve: a valve not to be forgotten

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General cardiology update programme at ESC Congress 2013

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