Verifying that the progression of AS can be accelerated by LPS from P.gingivalis, which is a periodontal pathogen.
Serving an initial view of hBD3 on the progression of AS aggravated by P.gingivalis LPS.
Demonstrating that hBD3 decreases the expression of IL-6 and MCP-1 in the aortas of mice treated with P. gingivalis LPS.
Showing that hBD3 reduces the cytokine expression in macrophages via the MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways.
Providing direct evidence about the role of hBD3 in vessels, since very limited evidence has been find previously.