Homocysteine and lipid profile in children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis

• Main Authors: Len Claudio A (Author), Galdieri Luciano C (Author), Guerra-Shinohara Elvira M (Author), D'Almeida Vânia (Author), Gonçalves Marcela (Author), Hilário Maria (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2007-04-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: 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...