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

<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...

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Main Authors: Moustaki M, Douros K, Georgouli H, Gourgiotis D, Nicolaidou P, Fessatou S, Fretzayas A
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-09-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2431/8/33