| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2895290 | Atherosclerosis | 2006 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
EBV-specific cytotoxic T-cells and EBV DNA can be frequently observed in human atherosclerotic plaques. This suggests that a T-cell response against EBV could contribute to plaque inflammation, and thus to the onset of acute clinical symptoms.
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Authors
Onno J. de Boer, Peter Teeling, Mirza M. Idu, Anton E. Becker, Allard C. van der Wal,