Abstract:BackgroundPlasma leakage due to endothelial permeability is regarded as a hallmark process in the pathophysiology of severe dengue. In recent years, the importance of ceramide in regulating vascular tone during viral infection and metabolic diseases has gained attention. The present study aimed to evaluate the plasma levels of ceramide and its association with plasma leakage in dengue patients.MethodsThe study involved 30 dengue samples involving severe dengue (SD-10), Dengue with Warning sign (DWW-10), Dengue… Show more
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