Search for dissertations about: "Pentraxin-3"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 12 swedish dissertations containing the word Pentraxin-3.
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1. Oxidative Stress, Angiogenesis and Inflammation in Normal Pregnancy and Postpartum
Abstract : The aims were to investigate oxidative stress (I), angiogenesis (II) and inflammation (III-IV) in healthy women during pregnancy and postpartum. Oxidative stress was estimated by measurement of 8-iso-PGF2α and the antioxidants α- and γ-tocopherol. READ MORE
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2. Cardiovascular function and biomarkers in women with preeclampsia
Abstract : Background: Preeclampsia (PE) is a multisystem disorder peculiar to human pregnancy and characterized by the onset of hypertension and proteinuria after the 20th week of gestation. The pathophysiology of this disorder is still not clear. READ MORE
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3. Radiation-induced vascular inflammation : translational studies
Abstract : Radiotherapy has been shown to increase the risk for localized cardiovascular disease in a growing population of cancer survivors. However, irradiation, as a risk factor for vascular complications in free flap surgery, has been debated. READ MORE
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4. Biomarkers of disease activity and organ damage in systemic lupus erythematosus
Abstract : Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a systemic inflammatory disease. Clinically, the distinction between ongoing inflammation attributed to SLE, and organ damage due to medication or co-morbidities remains challenging. READ MORE
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5. Role and therapeutic potential of non-coding RNAs in vascular remodeling and atherosclerotic plaque formation
Abstract : Atherosclerosis and its clinical sequelae remain a world leading cause of disease and death, despite recent advances in primary and secondary prevention. The silently progressive character of the disease, in combination with the influence of individual patient characteristics, makes acute events difficult to predict and prevent. READ MORE