Oxidant status, iron homeostasis, and carotenoid levels of COPD patients with advanced disease and LTOT
Background: The pathogenesis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is associated with oxidative stress. Both iron (Fe) and oxygen are involved in the chemical reactions that lead to increased formation of reactive oxygen species. Oxidative reactions are prevented by antioxidants such as ca...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2018-01-01
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| Series: | European Clinical Respiratory Journal |
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| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/20018525.2018.1447221 |