The role of argyrophilic nucleolar organizing region-associated proteins in clinical exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Published in: The Journal of international medical research (2018)

AgNOR protein levels were elevated during a COPD exacerbation compared with healthy control subjects and there was a positive correlation between pCO2 levels and mean AgNOR number.

Keyphrases

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
lung function
intensive care unit
protein protein
cystic fibrosis
respiratory failure
mechanical ventilation