Helene W. Breisnes

Circulating biomarkers reflecting type III, IV and VI collagen remodeling are present in lung tissue of patients with pulmonary fibrosis and non-fibrotic controls

Abstract Background The extracellular matrix (ECM) is a dynamic network that provides structural support and maintains tissue homeostasis. Collagens are the main structural components of the ECM, occupying distinct tissue compartments and serving specialized roles. Dysregulated E...