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Review
. 1979 Apr;11(2):97-101.
doi: 10.1111/j.2042-3306.1979.tb01315.x.

Collagen in normal and abnormal tissues

D E Gunson
Review

Collagen in normal and abnormal tissues

D E Gunson. Equine Vet J. 1979 Apr.

Abstract

Despite being a very widespread protein, collagen is an unusual molecule possessing a great tensile strength conferred by a rope-like structure and intermolecular crosslinks. Our current knowledge of the biosynthesis of collagen is providing some insights into certain diseases of connective tissue and is also helping us to understand the healing processes of wounds and diseased tissues.

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