Abstract
Complement activation may play a prominent role in acute pancreatitis (AP). Mannan-binding lectin (MBL) and MBL-associated serine protease 2 (MASP-2) participate in complement activation. The objective of the present study was to evaluate the role of MBL and MASP-2 as markers in AP with regard to etiology, inflammatory activity, severity, and development of multiorgan failure.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Pancreas |
Volume | 40 |
Issue number | 7 |
Pages (from-to) | 1097-102 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISSN | 0885-3177 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2011 |