Study offers insights on how heart valves last so long
Collagen plays a critical role in keeping heart valves strong, but the heart is surrounded by enzymes designed to break down collagen. So how can heart valves function efficiently decade after decade? A new study shows that the biomechanical tension applied to these valves every time your heart beats plays a key role in protecting the collagen from breaking down.
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