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This research explores the relationship between interferon-γ and interleukin-17A levels and vascular dysfunction in children after cardiac surgery.

March 29, 2026Open Access

Interferon-γ and interleukin-17A associations with vascular dysfunction following paediatric cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass

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This research explores the relationship between interferon-γ and interleukin-17A levels and vascular dysfunction in children after cardiac surgery.
Examined associations between interferon-γ, interleukin-17A, and vascular measures post-surgery
Analyzed clinical features related to cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass
Evaluated fluid accumulation as a factor for interleukin-17A's impact.
Interferon-γ was found to directly affect vascular dysfunction measures.
Interleukin-17A's influence was linked to increased fluid accumulation.
Differential clinical features were observed, indicating varied impacts of the two cytokines.

Abstract

Interferon-γ and interleukin-17A may be associated with cardiovascular dysfunction in children after exposure to cardiopulmonary bypass, albeit with differential clinical features. Interferon-γ may directly impact vascular measures, while the impact of interleukin-17A may relate to fluid accumulation.

Interferon-γ and interleukin-17A associations with vascular dysfunction following paediatric cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass

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