Focal ischemic stroke leads to lung injury and reduces alveolar macrophage phagocytic capability in rats

Ischemic stroke causes brain inflammation, which we postulate may result in lung damage. Several studies have focused on stroke-induced immunosuppression and lung infection; however, the possibility that strok...

Source: Critical Care - October 5, 2018 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Cynthia S. Samary, Alane B. Ramos, L ígia A. Maia, Nazareth N. Rocha, Cíntia L. Santos, Raquel F. Magalhães, Amanda L. Clevelario, Pedro M. Pimentel-Coelho, Rosália Mendez-Otero, Fernanda F. Cruz, Vera L. Capelozzi, Tatiana P. T. Ferreira, Thea Koch, Tags: Research Source Type: research