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Selective Intestinal Decontamination in Advanced Chronic Heart Failure: A Pilot Trial

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2004

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Viviane M. Conraads, Philippe G. Jorens, Luc S. De Clerck, Hendrik K. van Saene, M. Ieven, Johan Bosmans, Annemie J. Schuerwegh, Chris H. Bridts, Floris L. Wuyts, W. J. Stevens,
European Journal of Heart Failure

Abstract

Reduction of the intestinal endotoxin pool led to a decrease in monocyte CD14 expression and intracellular cytokine production in patients with severe CHF. The improvement of peripheral endothelial function could be a marker of the anti-inflammatory effect of SDD.

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