Homocysteine and lipid profile in children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>An increased concentration of plasma homocysteine (Hcy) has toxic effects on vascular endothelium. This seems to be a risk factor of cardiovascular disease, premature stroke and venous thrombosis. The risk is higher in coincidence wi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2007-04-01
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Series: | Pediatric Rheumatology Online Journal |
Online Access: | http://www.ped-rheum.com/content/5/1/2 |