Soluble CD40 ligand is an early initiator of inflammation after coronary intervention

200438 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Atul Aggarwal · CHI Health Nebraska Heart

David J. Schneider · University of Vermont

Harold L. Dauerman · University of Vermont

Abstract

In conclusion, a systemic inflammatory response is detectable 10 min after coronary stent placement. The early increase in sCD40L suggests a possible role for this marker in the initiation of inflammation after coronary stenting.

Topics & Keywords

Coronary Interventions and Diagnostics Cell Adhesion Molecules Research Acute Myocardial Infarction Research

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Coronary Artery Disease

Volume 15, Issue 8, pp. 471-475

DOI: 10.1097/00019501-200412000-00003

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