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Is Willebrand Factor Indicative of Chronic Inflammation in Children with Asthma?

Nataliia MakieievaNataliia MakieievaYuliia VasylchenkoMaryna Biriukova
Published in: Turkish thoracic journal (2020)
levels of Willebrand factor indicate the presence of endothelial dysfunction. The level of Willebrand factor in the peak period of wheezing depends on the number of episodes of wheezing in history. Persistent high rates of Willebrand factor, even after the relief of clinical symptoms, indicates the present of chronic inflammation and can be regarded as the formation of asthma in children.
Keyphrases
  • oxidative stress
  • chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
  • young adults
  • lung function
  • physical activity
  • depressive symptoms
  • cystic fibrosis