Small-Molecule Targeting MuRF1 Protects Against Denervation-Induced Diaphragmatic Dysfunction: Underlying Molecular Mechanisms.
BACKGROUND
Mechanical inactivity rapidly induces diaphragm muscle fibres' contractile dysfunction and atrophy. Diaphragm weakness can impair respiratory function, quality of life and increase risks of morbidity and mortality. Muscle RING-finger protein-1 (MuRF1) expression is upregulated during denervation and muscle inactivity and...
