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Acute phase proteins in acute coronary syndrome: an up-to-date

Michele Correale1, Antonio Totaro, Silvia Abruzzese

  • 1Department of Cardiology, "Ospedali Riuniti"OO.RR, Foggia, Italy. opsfco@tin.it

Cardiovascular & Hematological Agents in Medicinal Chemistry
|June 23, 2012
PubMed

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Inflammation is key in coronary artery disease. This review examines acute phase proteins (APPs) beyond C-reactive protein (CRP) and their prognostic value in acute coronary syndrome (ACS).

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Immunology
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • Inflammation plays a critical role in the development of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease.
  • C-reactive protein (CRP) is a well-established prognostic marker in acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
  • The clinical significance of other acute phase proteins (APPs) in ACS remains incompletely defined.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review experimental and clinical evidence on the role and significance of various APPs in ACS.
  • To discuss the biological and clinical implications of APPs beyond CRP in patients with ACS.
  • To explore the impact of medications like statins on these inflammatory markers.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of existing literature.
  • Analysis of experimental and clinical studies.
  • Synthesis of data on APP concentrations and patient outcomes.

Main Results:

  • CRP is a confirmed prognostic marker in ACS.
  • The roles of alpha-1-antitrypsin (A1AT), alpha-1 glycoprotein (A1GP), haptoglobin (HG), ceruloplasmin (CP), and complement fractions (C3c, C4) in ACS prognosis require further elucidation.
  • The influence of therapeutic interventions on APP levels in ACS is a subject of ongoing investigation.

Conclusions:

  • While CRP is a valuable marker, a comprehensive understanding of other APPs is crucial for improved ACS management.
  • Further research is needed to clarify the prognostic and therapeutic implications of various APPs in ACS.
  • Investigating the interplay between APPs, disease progression, and treatment response is essential.

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