Search Results - "Mackrell, Peter J."
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Effect of TNF gene depletion on liver regeneration after partial hepatectomy in mice
Published in Surgery (2001)“…Background. Tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF) is thought to act as a stimulator for initiating hepatocyte proliferation after partial hepatectomy (PH). At the same…”
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Redundancy in the Signaling Pathways and Promoter Elements Regulating Cyclooxygenase-2 Gene Expression in Endotoxin-treated Macrophage/Monocytic Cells
Published in The Journal of biological chemistry (09-02-2001)“…Macrophage expression of cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), the inducible isoform of COX, is up-regulated by pro-inflammatory stimuli both in vivo and in vitro. Here we…”
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The LEGS score: A proposed Grading system to direct treatment of chronic Lower extremity ischemia
Published in Annals of surgery (01-06-2003)“…To prospectively compare the Lower Extremity Grading System (LEGS)-derived "recommended treatment" to the actual treatment performed and to analyze LEGS…”
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Malnutrition-induced macrophage apoptosis
Published in Surgery (01-05-2001)“…Background. Human and murine studies suggest protein-calorie malnutrition (PCM) results in significant host immunosuppression resulting in increased morbidity…”
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Can the Perclose suture-mediated closure system be used safely in patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic angiography to treat chronic lower extremity ischemia?
Published in Journal of vascular surgery (01-12-2003)“…Mechanical closure devices for arterial hemostasis after angiography, such as the Perclose suture-mediated closure system, are designed to decrease time to…”
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Overlapping CRE and E-box promoter elements can independently regulate COX-2 gene transcription in macrophages
Published in FEBS letters (11-05-2001)“…Macrophage cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) transcription is mediated through the collaboration of different promoter elements. Here, the role of an overlapping cyclic…”
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Elevated expression of cyclooxygenase-2 contributes to immune dysfunction in a murine model of trauma
Published in Surgery (01-11-2001)“…Background. Cyclooxygenase-2 (Cox-2), the inducible form of Cox, is a rate-limiting enzyme in the synthesis of prostaglandins (PGs). Prostaglandin E2 (PGE2)…”
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Management of renal artery stenosis: effects of a shift from surgical to percutaneous therapy on indications and outcomes
Published in Annals of vascular surgery (01-01-2003)“…The treatment of choice for renal artery occlusive disease has shifted from open repair to percutaneous angioplasty and stenting in many institutions. Whether…”
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Can carotid angiography be performed by vascular surgeons? A critical evaluation of indications, technique, and results
Published in Annals of vascular surgery (01-11-2004)“…The purpose of this report is to examine the contemporary indications for diagnostic carotid arteriography and evaluate its utility and safety when performed…”
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Serum leptin levels in acute protein deprivation
Published in JPEN. Journal of parenteral and enteral nutrition (01-03-2003)“…BACKGROUND: Protein energy malnutrition (PEM) induces a host neuroendocrine response, reflected by significant elevations in circulating glucocorticoid levels…”
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Blocking prostaglandin E2 after trauma attenuates pro-inflammatory cytokines and improves survival
Published in Shock (Augusta, Ga.) (01-09-2000)“…Major injury leads to impaired immune responses and increases the risk of infectious complications. Following trauma, increased prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) levels…”
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Prostaglandins Regulate Melanoma-Induced Cytokine Production in Macrophages
Published in Cellular immunology (15-09-2000)“…Tumor-secreted products can affect macrophage cytokine expression and in that way alter the immune response. Prostaglandins (PGs) are found in the tumor…”
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Pancreatitis secondary to Ascaris lumbricoides infestation
Published in Surgery (01-04-2001)“…(Surgery 2001;129:511-2)…”
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Pancreatitis secondary to Ascaris lumbricoides infestation
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