[Defects in the prostaglandin system. I. Familial total plasma factor deficiency].

Abstract

A case of a 38 year-old male is reported, in whom routine general investigation after myocardial infarction revealed a deficiency in the prostacyclin synthesis stimulating plasma factor. Examination of all available members of the family showed a congenital defect of as yet unknown pathogenetic significance.

• Authors: H Sinzinger, P Fitscha
• Journal: Wiener klinische Wochenschrift (Wien Klin Wochenschr) Vol. 97 Issue 2 Pg. 73-6 (Jan 18 1985) ISSN: 0043-5325 [Print] Austria
• Vernacular Title: Defekte im Prostaglandinsystem. I. Familiärer, vollständiger Plasmafaktormangel.
• PMID: 3885578 (Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't)

Chemical References

• Epoprostenol

Topics

• Adult
• Blood Protein Disorders (genetics)
• Epoprostenol (biosynthesis)
• Humans
• Male
• Myocardial Infarction (etiology)
• Pedigree