Date:4/24/2009

rchers, this project shows that some drugs prescribed for patients with cardiac insufficiency do not actually inhibit the enzyme lysyl oxidase, nor do they reduce fibrosis or improve heart functions. Other drugs however, which are less commonly used, do have these beneficial qualities. "Our work opens new possibilities for treating patients with heart disease through the inhibition of the enzyme. The development of cardiac insufficiency could thus be impeded," said Begoa Lpez.

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Contact: Oihane Lakar oihane@elhuyar.com 34-943-363-040 Elhuyar Fundazioa Source:Eurekalert

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