| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6099448 | Journal of Crohn's and Colitis | 2013 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Our study showed a lower FMD in IBD patients. Inflammation and immune response could explain endothelial dysfunction, which is the earliest stage of atherosclerotic process. IBD patients in active phase might therefore be at higher risk for atherosclerosis progression.
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Authors
Mariabeatrice Principi, Mario Mastrolonardo, Pietro Scicchitano, Michele Gesualdo, Marco Sassara, Piero Guida, Antongiulio Bucci, Annapaola Zito, Paola Caputo, Francesca Albano, Enzo Ierardi, Alfredo Di Leo, Marco Matteo Ciccone,