Proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9): From structure-function relation to therapeutic inhibition

Aims: This short review aims at summarizing the current information on Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin/Kexin type 9 (PCSK9) structure and function focusing also on the therapeutic possibilities based on the inhibition of this protein. Data synthesis: PCSK9 has been recently discovered as the third...

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Main Authors: Tibolla, G., Norata, Giuseppe, Artali, R., Meneghetti, F., Catapano, A.
Format: Journal Article
Published: Elsevier 2011
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11937/55419