Anti-phosphorylcholine IgM, an Anti-inflammatory Mediator, Predicts Peripheral Vein Graft Failure: A Prospective Observational Study.

CONCLUSIONS: Low levels of anti-PC IgM are associated with vein bypass graft failure. This biological mediator may be a useful marker to identify patients at higher risk, and offers the potential for novel, directed therapies for vascular inflammation and its consequences.
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Source: PubMed: Eur J Vasc Endovasc ... - October 17, 2018 Category: Surgery Authors: Sobel M, Yagi M, Moreno K, Kohler TR, Tang GL, Wijelath ES, Marshall J, Kenagy RD Tags: Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg Source Type: research