Mechanisms for the Resolution of Organ Fibrosis

Physiology (Bethesda). 2019 Jan 1;34(1):43-55. doi: 10.1152/physiol.00033.2018.

Abstract

Fibrosis is a dynamic process with the potential for reversibility and restoration of near-normal tissue architecture and organ function. Herein, we review mechanisms for resolution of organ fibrosis, in particular that involving the lung, with an emphasis on the critical roles of myofibroblast apoptosis and clearance of deposited matrix.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Apoptosis / physiology
  • Extracellular Matrix / physiology
  • Fibrosis / physiopathology*
  • Humans
  • Lung / physiopathology
  • Myofibroblasts / physiology