Mannan-binding lectin and mannan-binding lectin-associated serine protease 2 in acute pancreatitis

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  • Srdan Novovic
  • Anders Møller Andersen
  • Annette Kjær Ersbøll
  • Jørgensen, Lars Nannestad
  • Hans J Nielsen
  • Jens Christian Jensenius
  • Mark Berner Hansen
Complement activation may play a prominent role in acute pancreatitis (AP). Mannan-binding lectin (MBL) and MBL-associated serine protease 2 (MASP-2) participate in complement activation. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the role of MBL and MASP-2 as markers in AP with regard to etiology, inflammatory activity, severity, and development of multiorgan failure.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftPancreas
Vol/bind40
Udgave nummer7
Sider (fra-til)1097-102
Antal sider6
ISSN0885-3177
DOI
StatusUdgivet - 2011

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