Evaluation of the oxidant-antioxidant balance, isoprostane and quantitative CRP in patients with cutaneous leishmaniasis

ConclusionLeishmania Amastigotes plays an important role in disturbing the oxidant-antioxidant balance resulting in inflammation and stress in patients. Furthermore, isoprostane was confirmed as a reliable index for evaluating oxidative stress in patients.
Source: Microbial Pathogenesis - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research