Chronic-Alcohol-Abuse-Induced Oxidative Stress in the Development of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Chronic alcohol ingestion increases the risk of developing acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a severe form of acute lung injury, characterized by alveolar epithelial and endothelial barrier disruption and intense inflammation. Alcohol abuse is also associated with a higher incidence of sep...
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| Format: | Online |
| Language: | English |
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The Scientific World Journal
2012
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| Online Access: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3543796/ |