Inflammation, Atherosclerosis, and Coronary Artery Disease

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Authors

Göran K. Hansson · Karolinska University Hospital

Abstract

In this review article, Göran Hansson, a pioneer in the study of the role of inflammation in atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease, summarizes new ideas on the pathogenesis of acute coronary syndromes.

Topics & Keywords

Atherosclerosis and Cardiovascular Diseases Adipokines, Inflammation, and Metabolic Diseases Inflammasome and immune disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: New England Journal of Medicine

Volume 352, Issue 16, pp. 1685-1695

DOI: 10.1056/nejmra043430

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