Changes in serum and cerebrospinal fluid cytokines in response to non-neurological surgery: an observational study

Volume: 9, Issue: 1, Pages: 242 - 242
Published: Oct 24, 2012
Abstract
Surgery launches an inflammatory reaction in the body, as seen through increased peripheral levels of cytokines and cortisol. However, less is known about perioperative inflammatory changes in the central nervous system (CNS). Our aim was to compare inflammatory markers in serum and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) before and after surgery and evaluate their association with measures of blood–brain barrier (BBB) integrity. Thirty-five patients...
Paper Details
Title
Changes in serum and cerebrospinal fluid cytokines in response to non-neurological surgery: an observational study
Published Date
Oct 24, 2012
Volume
9
Issue
1
Pages
242 - 242
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