| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3026856 | Thrombosis Research | 2016 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Using a novel porcine model of intravenous Streptococcus pneumoniae infection, we showed that invasive pneumococcal infections induce marked platelet activation and hyperreactivity. This may contribute to the vascular complications seen in pneumococcal infection.
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Authors
Rahajeng N. Tunjungputri, Marien I. de Jonge, Astrid de Greeff, Saskia van Selm, Herma Buys, Jose F. Harders-Westerveen, Norbert Stockhofe-Zurwieden, Rolf T. Urbanus, Phillip G. de Groot, Hilde E. Smith, Andre J. van der Ven, Quirijn de Mast,