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Atherothrombogenicity of lipoprotein(a): the debate.
The American journal of cardiology - 5 Nov 1998
Scanu A M
Abstract excerpt
Although lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) has been recognized as an atherothrombogenic factor, the underlying mechanisms for this pathogenicity have not been clearly defined. Plasma levels have received most of the attention in this regard; however, discrepancies among population studies have surfaced. Particularly limited is the information on the fate of Lp(a) that enters the arterial wall, in terms of mechanisms of...
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