The Antioxidant (–)-Epigallocatechin-3-gallate Inhibits Rat Hepatic Stellate Cell Proliferation in Vitro by Blocking the Tyrosine Phosphorylation and Reducing the Gene Expression of Platelet-derived Growth Factor-β Receptor*

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Summary

The inhibitory effect of the natural antioxidant, its long history of beverage consumption without adverse health effects, and higher potent antioxidant capability make it a good candidate for therapeutic treatment and prevention of hepatic fibrosis.

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2003-06-27
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Platelet-derived growth factor receptor, Tyrosine phosphorylation, Hepatic stellate cell, Chemistry, In vitro

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