Abstract
Deficiency of the mannan-binding lectin (MBL) pathway of innate immunity is associated with increased susceptibility to infections. In patients with colorectal cancer (CRC), postoperative infection is associated with poor prognosis. The aim of the present study was to evaluate (1) the relation between the MBL pathway and postoperative infectious complications and survival of patients resected for CRC, and (2) the role of MBL in acute phase response compared to C-reactive protein (CRP).
Original language | English |
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Journal | Cancer Immunology, Immunotherapy |
Volume | 54 |
Issue | 3 |
Pages (from-to) | 265-72 |
Number of pages | 8 |
ISSN | 0340-7004 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2005 |
Keywords
- Acute-Phase Reaction
- C-Reactive Protein
- Colorectal Neoplasms
- Female
- Humans
- Male
- Mannose-Binding Lectin
- Mannose-Binding Protein-Associated Serine Proteases
- Prognosis
- Proportional Hazards Models
- Serine Endopeptidases
- Time Factors
- Treatment Outcome