Inflammatory and Infectious Basis of Atherosclerosis

In the last ten years, major strides have been made in defining the presence and role of inflammation in atherosclerosis as well as in injury to the tissues that occurs after episodes of ischemia and reperfusion. In sixteen chapters, written by world-renowned individuals from different countries, th...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Mehta, Jay L. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Basel Birkhäuser 2001, 2001
Edition:1st ed. 2001
Series:Progress in Inflammation Research
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Collection: Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
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Summary:In the last ten years, major strides have been made in defining the presence and role of inflammation in atherosclerosis as well as in injury to the tissues that occurs after episodes of ischemia and reperfusion. In sixteen chapters, written by world-renowned individuals from different countries, the role of inflammation and different mediators in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis is presented. The significance of inflammation and possible therapeutic implications is also described in depth. This book is of great interest for a wide range of physicians, researchers, and scientists who may want to study more and develop the concept of inflammation and atherosclerosis
Physical Description:XII, 263 p online resource
ISBN:9783034882392