Understanding atherosclerosis through mouse genetics.
During the past year studies with mouse models have significantly clarified our understanding of atherosclerosis. Noteworthy achievements include: the discovery of a number of novel genes and pathways; new evidence emphasizing the role of lymphocytes in atherogenesis; the development of mouse models exhibiting advanced lesions with evidence of thrombosis; and new results indicating an anti-atherogenic effect of testosterone.
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