Publications by authors named "Marina Carpes"
Article Synopsis
- This study investigates the link between endothelial activation and systemic inflammation in patients undergoing cardiac surgery, focusing on how these factors contribute to postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF).
- Researchers compared 117 patients, including those with permanent AF and POAF, measuring various biological markers and cellular expressions related to heart function and inflammation.
- Findings indicate that both permanent AF and POAF patients exhibited higher signs of inflammation and endothelial activation, which may lead to atrial remodeling and increased risk of AF compared to non-AF patients.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) promotes atrial remodeling and fibrosis, providing a substrate for atrial fibrillation (AF). Herein, we investigate the pathophysiological mechanisms of AF in association with OSA in a cohort of cardiac surgery patients. A prospective study including patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
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