Cystatin C Levels in Middle-Aged Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Background. Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) is associated with systemic inflammation and increased risk of cardiovascular and chronic kidney disease. Cystatin C (Cyst C) is a novel biomarker of both latent renal damage and cardiovascular disease. Aim of the study was to measure serum levels...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2016-01-01
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| Series: | Pulmonary Medicine |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/8081723 |