Vascular calcification (VC) involves the deposition of calcium apatite in vascular intima or
media. Individuals of advanced age, having diabetes mellitus or chronic kidney disease …

The significance of sclerostin for bone and cardiovascular health in patients with chronic
kidney disease (CKD) is complex and incompletely understood. Experimental evidence …

SUMMARY OBJECTIVE: Sclerostin is a protein produced by osteocytes, kidneys, and
vascular cells and has many effects on kidney and vascular structures. Soluble TNF-related …

As a bridge between the heart and the arteries, the aorta plays an important role in the
cardiovascular system. The morbidity and mortality of aortic disease are extremely high …

Die Zusammenhänge zwischen Sklerostin und Knochendichte, Gefäßverkalkung,
kardiovaskulärer Morbidität und Mortalität bei chronischer Niereninsuffizienz („chronic …