Influence of depression and anxiety on circulating endothelial progenitor cells in patients with acute coronary syndromes

ConclusionsThe current study indicates that EPCs circulate in decreased numbers in ACS patients with depression or anxiety and, therefore, contribute to explore new perspectives in the pathophysiology of the association between cardiovascular disorders and affective disorders. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Source: Human Psychopharmacology: Clinical and Experimental - March 1, 2015 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Francesca Felice, Rossella Di Stefano, Stefano Pini, Gianfranco Mazzotta, Francesco M. Bovenzi, Daniele Bertoli, Marianna Abelli, Lucia Borelli, Alessandra Cardini, Lisa Lari, Camilla Gesi, Paola Michi, Doralisa Morrone, Luigi Gnudi, Alberto Balbarini Tags: Research Article Source Type: research