Deficiency of mast cells in coronary artery endarterectomy of male patients with type 2 diabetes

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Type 2 diabetes is an important risk factor for the development of coronary artery disease (CAD). Focal or diffuse inflammation is often present in the vessels of patients with CAD. Mast cells are frequently present in the plaques as...

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Main Authors: Zorc Metka, Petrovič Danijel, Zorc-Pleskovič Ruda, Vraspir-Porenta Olga, Pleskovič Aleš, Milutinović Aleksandra
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-05-01
Series:Cardiovascular Diabetology
Online Access:http://www.cardiab.com/content/10/1/40