Chlamydia pneumoniae and atherosclrerosis: pathogenic ways

Authors

  • Orison Woolcott Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos
  • Luis Sánchez Facultad de Medicina, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15381/anales.v63i3.1500

Keywords:

Atherosclerosis, Chlamydia pneumoniae, gram-negative bacteria

Abstract

Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory process in which macrophages, smooth muscle cells, T lymphocytes, and several chemical mediators intervene. In recent years, the finding of Chlamydia pneumoniae in arterial atherosclerotic plaques has suggested an etiological role; however, whether C. pneumoniae causes atherosclerosis or precipitates or favors atheroesclerosis progression remains uncertain. We review studies published on-line or available in Lima specialized libraries regarding C. pneumoniae and atherosclerosis association, with special emphasis on the pathogenic role of this bacteria.

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Published

2002-09-16

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Vol. 63 No. 3 (2002)

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Copyright (c) 2002 ORISON WOOLCOTT, LUIS SÁNCHEZ

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Woolcott O, Sánchez L. Chlamydia pneumoniae and atherosclrerosis: pathogenic ways. An Fac med [Internet]. 2002 Sep. 16 [cited 2025 Jun. 17];63(3):201-1. Available from: https://revistasinvestigacion.unmsm.edu.pe/index.php/anales/article/view/1500