Homocysteine and lipid profile in children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

• Autori principali: Len Claudio A (Autore), Galdieri Luciano C (Autore), Guerra-Shinohara Elvira M (Autore), D'Almeida Vânia (Autore), Gonçalves Marcela (Autore), Hilário Maria (Autore)
• Natura: Libro
• Pubblicazione: BMC, 2007-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Soggetti: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>An increased concentration of plasma homocysteine (Hcy) has toxic effects on vascular endothelium. This seems to be a risk factor of cardiovascular disease, premature stroke and venous thrombosis. The risk is higher in coincidence wi...