Inflammation and vascular disease:the role of C-reactive protein / 老年心脏病学杂志(英文版)
Journal of Geriatric Cardiology
;
(12): 17-20, 2004.
Artigo
em Chinês
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-672103
ABSTRACT
Inflammation is an important component of active atherosclerotic disease. C-reactive protein (CRP)is a non-specific inflammatory marker that is increased in inflammatory conditions. Newer more sensitive assays (high sensitivity CRP) can detect the low levels of inflammation associated with vascular disease. CRP levels can give further risk assessment to individuals beyond predictions from traditional risk factors. This measurement is most useful in helping to discriminate risk in intermediate risk patients such as metabolic syndrome patients. Exercise and weight loss have been shown to significantly lower CRP levels. Lipid lowering therapies, especially with the statin class of medications, also lower CRP levels. A reduction in inflammation may be an important component of plaque stabilization and contribute to cardiovascular risk reduction.
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Estudo prognóstico
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Fatores de risco
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Chinês
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Journal of Geriatric Cardiology
Ano de publicação:
2004
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