Changes in extracellular matrix (ECM) components in the lungs are associated with the
progression of respiratory diseases, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease …

The lung is composed of airways and lung parenchyma, and the extracellular matrix (ECM)
contains the main building blocks of both components. The ECM provides physical support …

The extracellular matrix (ECM) is the scaffold that provides structure and support to all
organs, including the lung; however, it is also much more than this. The ECM provides …

Extracellular matrix (ECM) is a tissue-specific macromolecular structure that provides
physical support to tissues and is essential for normal organ function. In the lung, ECM plays …

The lung's unique extracellular matrix (ECM), while providing structural support for cells, is
critical in the regulation of developmental organogenesis, homeostasis and injury-repair …

The extracellular matrix (ECM) is dynamically tuned to optimize physiological function. Its
major properties, including composition and mechanics, profoundly influence cell biology …

The extracellular matrix (ECM) of the lung plays several important roles in lung function, as it
offers a low resistant pathway that allows the exchange of gases, provides compressive …

A set of lung diseases share the tendency for the development of progressive fibrosis
ultimately leading to respiratory failure. This review examines the common pathogenetic …

Irreversible abnormalities of lung architecture are hallmarks of many acute and chronic
diseases. Lung cavities in gram-negative bacterial pneumonias and pulmonary tuberculosis …

Pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema are chronic lung diseases characterized by a
progressive decline in lung function, resulting in significant morbidity and mortality. A …