Search for dissertations about: "antibodies anti oxLDL"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 swedish dissertations containing the words antibodies anti oxLDL.
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1. Carotid stenosis: aspects on progression, stabilization and follow-up
Abstract : Cardiovascular (CV) atherosclerotic diseases are the leading cause of death in Western nations. The presence of a carotid plaque, the degree of carotid stenosis as well as the rate of progression of carotid disease has been shown to be independent predictive factors for future ischemic events. READ MORE
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2. Natural antibodies against phosphorylcholine as potential protective factors in atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease and systemic lupus erythematosus
Abstract : Atherosclerosis is the most important contributor to cardiovascular disease (CVD). Although it was initially considered as a bland lipid storage disease, processes of inflammation and autoimmunity are now considered to play a major role in atherosclerosis. READ MORE
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3. IL-25 and B cells in atherosclerosis
Abstract : Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory disease of medium and large vessels of the body which is mainly characterized by the formation of lipid rich plaques within the arterial tissue. It is the most common cause of cardiovascular disease leading to clinical manifestations of coronary artery and cerebrovascular disease. READ MORE
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4. Nutritional status, body composition and diet in patients with rheumatoid arthritis
Abstract : Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease with higher mortality rate than in the general population, which is largely attributed to cardiovascular disease (CVD). Another consequence of the inflammatory process is change in body composition with decreased muscle mass and increased fat mass. READ MORE
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5. Platelet-activating factor and lysophospatidylcholine in oxidized low density lipoprotein-mediated immune activation
Abstract : Inflammation is a risk factor for development of cardiovascular disease, as in addition to known risk factors such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, smoking and diabetes. Patients with inflammatory diseases including SLE have an enhanced risk of cardiovascular disease. READ MORE