Abstract
Trefoil factors (TFFs) are peptides produced by mucus-secreting cells in the gastrointestinal tract. A functional association between these peptides and mucus, leading to stabilisation of the viscoelastic gel overlying the epithelia, has been suggested. Both oral and parenteral administration of the peptides increase the resistance of the gastric mucosa.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Gut |
Volume | 45 |
Issue number | 4 |
Pages (from-to) | 516-22 |
Number of pages | 7 |
ISSN | 0017-5749 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Oct 1999 |
Keywords
- Administration, Cutaneous
- Administration, Oral
- Animals
- Digestive System
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Female
- Growth Substances
- Mucins
- Muscle Proteins
- Neuropeptides
- Peptides
- Rats
- Rats, Sprague-Dawley
- Stomach Ulcer
- Wound Healing