| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9157822 | Atherosclerosis | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Serum levels of IL-2, a pro-inflammatory cytokine, are associated with carotid artery IMT, a predictor of stroke and vascular disease. Serum inflammatory markers may provide a novel marker of atherosclerotic risk, and inflammation may provide a new therapeutic target for stroke prevention.
Related Topics
Health Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine
Authors
Mitchell S.V. Elkind, Tanja Rundek, Robert R. Sciacca, Romel Ramas, Hong-Jun Chen, Bernadette Boden-Albala, LeRoy Rabbani, Ralph L. Sacco,