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Neutrophil phenotype and function in partial hepatectomy in man.
Langenbeck's archives of surgery - 1 Aug 2010
Holzer Katharina, Hofmann Dennis, Oppermann Elsie, Zeuzem Stefan, Mönch Christian, Henrich Dirk, Bechstein Wolf-Otto
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PURPOSE: Hepatic resections are still associated with considerable morbidity mainly because of postoperative infection. Adequate function of neutrophils is a crucial element in host defense. The aim of the study was to characterize neutrophils during partial hepatectomy. METHODS: Fourteen patients undergoing partial liver resection were enrolled. Twenty-four hours pre-, intra- (after induction of anesthesia,...
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