Endothelin 1 levels in relation to clinical presentation and outcome of Henoch Schonlein purpura

• Main Authors: Moustaki M (Author), Douros K (Author), Georgouli H (Author), Gourgiotis D (Author), Nicolaidou P (Author), Fessatou S (Author), Fretzayas A (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2008-09-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Henoch Schonlein purpura (HSP) is a common vasculitis of small vessels whereas endothelin-1 (ET-1) is usually reported elevated in vasculities and systematic inflammation. The aim of the present study was to investigate whether ET-1...