Periostin mediates collagen production, ECM remodeling and myofibroblast differentiation in breast prosthesis capsule formation

Abstract Capsular contraction is the most common complication after breast augmentation or reconstruction, and is the main reason underlying patient dissatisfaction and additional subsequent surgeries. Periostin is an extracellular matrix protein and a member of TGF-β superfamily. Studies have shown...

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Main Authors: Ying Yang, Shumo Li, Li Bian, Xiaoming Dai, Jun Hu, Yun Ma, Zhiyuan Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-11409-9
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