Several studies have shown that HF is associated with increased circulating levels of proinflammatory cytokines. Cytokines are low-molecular weight proteins that are released by most cell types ...
Total paracentesis has also been shown to be as safe as repeated partial paracentesis and to shorten the period of hospitalization -- and may even be performed on an outpatient basis. [34] However ...
and/or neurohormonal activation, as determined by higher NT-proBNP, derive greater net benefit from intensive BP lowering (augmented reduction in CV mortality/HF risk). Grant Title: Action for Health ...
On one hand, HF patients appear to be at higher risk of developing tumors, perhaps due to “a pro-inflammatory state, neurohormonal activation, oxidative stress, and/or a dysregulated immune system,” ...