Low magnesium promotes endothelial cell dysfunction: implications for atherosclerosis, inflammation and thrombosis
Biochimica et Acta (BBA) - Molecular Basis of Disease, 2004

"...In conclusion, our results demonstrate a direct role of low magnesium in promoting endothelial dysfunction by generating a pro-inflammatory, pro-thrombotic and pro-atherogenic environment that could play a role in the pathogenesis cardiovascular disease..."
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Because (i) endothelial cells are important players in cardiovascular diseases and (ii) Mg deficiency promotes atherosclerosis, thrombosis and hypertension, we evaluated whether low concentrations of Mg could directly affect endothelial behavior. We found that low Mg concentrations reversibly inhibi…