Transforming growth factor beta 1 is associated with subclinical carotid atherosclerosis in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus

Abstract Background Transforming growth factor beta (TGF-β1) is a multifunctional cytokine that has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. TGF-β1 has been linked to cardiovascular disease in the general population. The immunosuppressive effect of TGF-β1 is believed to be dysregulated in pa...

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Main Authors: Fuensanta Gómez-Bernal, Juan Carlos Quevedo-Abeledo, María García-González, Yolanda Fernández-Cladera, Agustín F. González-Rivero, Candelaria Martín-González, Miguel Á. González-Gay, Iván Ferraz-Amaro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-04-01
Series:Arthritis Research & Therapy
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13075-023-03046-2