Levels of osteopontin in plasma and tissue in relation to metabolic status in patients with lichen planus

Conclusion The presence of LP in patients was associated strongly with MetS parameters, most probably because of long-standing inflammation. OPN may be a critical regulator of chronic inflammation in patients with LP and may explain its association with components of the MetS such as diabetes mellitus and dyslipidemia.
Source: Journal of the Egyptian Women’s Dermatologic Society - Category: Dermatology Tags: Original articles Source Type: research