Enhanced T-Cell Expression of RANK Ligand in Acute Coronary Syndrome

Abstract
Objective— Based on its role in inflammation and matrix degradation, we hypothesized a role for osteoprotegerin (OPG), RANK, and RANK ligand (RANKL) in coronary artery disease. Methods and Results—... We show enhanced expression of osteoprotegerin (OPG), RANK, and RANK ligand (RANKL) in clinical and experimental atherosclerosis with enhanced T-cell expression of RANKL as an important feature of ...