BackgroundIncreasing evidences indicate that systemic inflammation plays a significant role of adverse prognosis in patients with coronary heart disease (CHD). The inflammatory burden index (IBI) is a
BackgroundOzone (O3) exposure causes respiratory effects including lung function decrements, increased lung permeability, and airway inflammation. Additionally, baseline metabolic state can predispose
ALT = alanine transaminase; WBC = white blood cell count.*Pre = plasma collected immediately before surgery and prior to drug administration; Post = plasma collected immediately after surgery. Values