Do hepatic stellate cells mediate differentiation of dendritic cells from monocytes?
These results suggest that activated HSCs are involved in differentiation of monocytes into DCs in the liver.
The durability of rheumatic mitral valve repair in the current era has improved and is comparable to the outstanding durability of repairs for degenerative disease, even in the adult rheumatic population. Modifications of standard repair techniques, adherence to the importance of good leaflet coaptation, and strict quality control with stringent use of intraoperative transesophageal echocardiography have all contributed to the improved long-term results.