Abstract:Introduction: An inflammatory reaction is a local or systemic response of the organs or tissues of the body to many damaging factors. One of the exponents of the inflammatory process is C-reactive protein (CRP). Aim: To investigate the prognostic value of C-reactive protein (CRP) in patients undergoing valve surgery. Material and methods: A prospective study was conducted on a group of consecutive patients with haemodynamically significant valve defects who underwent elective valve repair or replacement surger… Show more
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