Doxycycline Inhibits Vascular Leakage and Prevents the Development of Pulmonary Edema

Abstract

The Vascular Leak Syndrome induced by blast injuries, burns, asphyxiation, and other injuries lead to progressive pulmonary edema, as well as tissue and limb swelling that contribute to morbidity and mortality of soldiers on the battlefield. The main goal of our research is the development and validation of novel therapies to prevent and reverse vascular leak syndromes. Our findings indicate that doxycycline, a commonly used antibiotic, inhibits vascular leak in a spectrum of pathologies.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2008
Accession Number
ADA505844

Entities

People

  • Elke Pravda
  • Irit Adini
  • Judah Folkman
  • Lauren Bazinet
  • Ofer Fainaru
  • Ofra Benny
  • Robert D'amato

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Blood
  • Cell Membrane
  • Cells
  • Diseases And Disorders
  • Endothelial Cells
  • Health Services
  • Intercellular Junctions
  • Lung Diseases
  • Medical Personnel
  • Skin Diseases

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

Readers

  • Immunology and Pathology
  • Trauma or Military Medicine