Introduction The systemic inflammatory nature of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is well
patent not only in the diverse clinical manifestations of the disease but also in the increased …

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune inflammatory disorder that
predominantly affects women during their reproductive years. Although SLE can affect any …

In the vascular system angiotensin II (Ang II) causes vasoconstriction via the activation of
type 1 angiotensin receptors. Earlier reports have shown that in cellular expression systems …

Introduction Endothelial function is significantly impaired in patients with SLE compared to
healthy controls. Elevated activation of the mammalian target of rapamycin complex 1 …

Objective: The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of 10 weeks of moderate-
intensity aerobic exercise training (MIET) on blood pressure (BP), angiotensin-converting …

The role of circulating, systemic TGF-β levels in endothelial function is not clear. TGF-β1 may
cause endothelial dysfunction in apolipoprotein E-deficient (apoE−/−) mice via stimulation of …

Simple Summary Recent studies associated COVID-19 with coagulation dysfunction and
increased risk of thromboembolism. Consequently, pulmonary embolism (PE) development …

Inflammation and immune system dysfunction contributes to the development of
cardiovascular and renal disease. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic …

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) increases the risk of preterm birth and preeclampsia
(PE). The flares of SLE during pregnancy or after delivery are also problematic. We have …

Macrophage, a highly plastic population, is widely distributed. Macrophage functions are
settled and acquired polarization programs in response to microenvironmental signals and …