The Journal of infection
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The Journal of infection · Nov 1998
Clinical Trial Controlled Clinical TrialEffects of hemoperfusion with polymyxin B-immobilized fibre on serum neopterin and soluble interleukin-2 receptor concentrations in patients with septic shock.
the aim of the present study was to determine whether serum neopterin and soluble interleukin (IL)-2 receptor levels were related to the development of septic shock and whether polymyxin B-immobilized fibre (PMX-F) treatment affects these levels. ⋯ these data suggest that serum neopterin and IL-2 receptor concentrations may be prognostic indicators in patients with septic shock. PMX-F treatment may be effective for reducing serum neopterin and IL-2 receptor concentrations.