Vascular endothelial growth factor levels are increased and associated with disease activity in patients with Behçet's syndrome.

M, Cekmen; C, Evereklioglu; H, Er; HS, Inalöz; S, Doganay; Y, Türköz; IH, Ozerol

doi:10.1046/j.1365-4362.2003.01688.x

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Vascular endothelial growth factor levels are increased and associated with disease activity in patients with Behçet's syndrome.

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Authors:

Cekmen M

Evereklioglu C

Er H

Abstract

<h4>Background/aims</h4>Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is a cytokine participating in inflammation with potent endothelial cell effects. It is produced by macrophages, neutrophils and vascular endothelial cells and can alter vessel permeability. Behçet's syndrome is a systemic inflammator...

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