The interdependence of lung antioxidants and antiprotease defense in ARDS.
review · Level V
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Abstract
As in hereditary alpha 1-antitrypsin deficiency, protease-antiprotease and oxidant-antioxidant balances play a significant role in the pathogenesis of ARDS. However, the disease processes and possibilities for therapeutic intervention differ markedly.
Medical subject headings
- Antioxidants
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage Fluid
- Lung
- Protease Inhibitors
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome