SUBJECT CONSULTANT REVIEW

Title of the article
Endothelial dysfunction and raised plasma concentrations of asymmetric dimethylarginine in pregnant women who subsequently develop pre-eclampsia.
Authors
Savvidou MD, Hingorani AD, Tsikas D, Frolich JC, Vallance P, Nicolaides KH.
Journal
Lancet. 2003 May 3;361(9368):1511-1517.
Subject Consultant
C. Zoccali
Score (1 to 3 stars)
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Cross referencing

Clinical Nephrology

Comments
This study further extends the potential importance of ADMA as a vascular risk factor. ADMA may contribute to the pathogenesis of pre-eclampsia.