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Vitamin D in sepsis: from basic science to clinical impact

Authors: Jordan A Kempker, Vin Tangpricha, Thomas R Ziegler, Greg S Martin

Published in: Critical Care | Issue 4/2012

Abstract

The growing basic and clinical investigations into the extraskeletal effects of vitamin D have revealed roles in the functioning of the immune system, generating interesting questions about this nutrient's connections to sepsis. This article briefly reviews the current science of the function of vitamin D in the immune system as well as the emerging clinical literature regarding its associations with respiratory infections, sepsis, and critical illness. Finally, we offer views on the potential future directions for research in the field by outlining potential relevant scenarios and outcomes.

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Title: Vitamin D in sepsis: from basic science to clinical impact
Authors: Jordan A Kempker
Vin Tangpricha
Thomas R Ziegler
Greg S Martin
Publication date: 01-08-2012
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Critical Care / Issue 4/2012
Electronic ISSN: 1364-8535
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/cc11252

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