| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2717086 | The American Journal of Medicine | 2009 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
CRP elicits activation of peripheral leukocytes with ensuing secretion of plaque-destabilizing mediators. These findings are consistent with the hypothesis that infectious diseases trigger manifestations of atherosclerosis, in which CRP elevation might contribute to the onset of cardiovascular events.
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Authors
Radjesh J. MD, PhD, Rakesh S. MD, Fatima MD, Cornelis PhD, C. Arnold PhD, Daniel MD, PhD, Els R. de Groot, Danute M. PhD, John J.P. MD, PhD, Erik S.G. MD, PhD,