The Role of Mannose-Binding Lectin Serum Level in Tubotympanic Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media
Background. Chronic suppurative otitis media (CSOM) is a common public health problem worldwide and a major cause of hearing impairment especially in developing countries. The role of Mannose-Binding Lectin (MBL), a component of innate immunity, in CSOM has not been studied. The aim of the study was...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2018-01-01
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Series: | International Journal of Otolaryngology |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/6178159 |