Microparticles are submicron vesicles shed from plasma membranes in response to cell
activation, injury, and/or apoptosis. The measurement of the phospholipid content (mainly …

The complex and multifactorial nature of atherogenesis and development of
atherothrombotic complications involves numerous interactions between various cell types …

Rationale: There is increasing evidence that emphysema is associated with primary loss of
pulmonary capillary endothelium. Plasma levels of endothelial microparticles (EMPs), small …

Aging of the vasculature, which is integral to the functioning of literally all human organs,
serves as a fundamental physiological basis for age-related alterations as well as a shared …

Background: Endothelial activation and dysfunction are associated with several diseases.
However, hardly any specific markers are available. Microparticles (MP) from endothelial …

Background: Although some studies show a positive association between periodontitis and
blood pressure (BP) elevation, research on the effect of intensive periodontal treatment on …

OBJECTIVES: Microparticles (MP) are small membrane vesicles, released from activated,
damaged and apoptotic endothelial cells (EMP) or platelets (PMP) that may actively …

Background Cell-derived microparticles are secreted in response to cell damage or
dysfunction. Endothelial and platelet dysfunction are thought to contribute to the …

BACKGROUND AND AIMS: The Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is associated with increased
cardiovascular risk. Circulating microparticles (MP) are involved in the pathogenesis of …

The vascular endothelium is essential to normal vascular homeostasis. Its dysfunction
participates in various cardiovascular disorders. The mouse is an important model for …