Abstract
Plasma osteoprotegerin (OPG) is an emerging strong and independent predictor of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in high-risk populations. OPG is a bone-related glycopeptide produced by vascular smooth muscle cells, and increased plasma OPG levels may reflect arterial vascular damage. We aimed to investigate the prognostic value of OPG in relation to all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in a cohort of type 2 diabetic patients.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Diabetes Care |
Vol/bind | 33 |
Udgave nummer | 12 |
Sider (fra-til) | 2561-6 |
Antal sider | 6 |
ISSN | 0149-5992 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 1 dec. 2010 |