Homocysteine as a risk factor of ischemic heart disease development (review)
Homocysteine is a product of methionine metabolism. Increased levels of homocysteine strengthen oxidizing stress, disturb endothelial function, raise arterial blood pressure and lead to thrombus formation. Homocysteine increases the risk of development of atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, cer...
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| Language: | Russian |
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Saratov State Medical University
2011-09-01
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| Series: | Саратовский научно-медицинский журнал |
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| Online Access: | http://www.ssmj.ru/system/files/201103_619-624.pdf |