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‘A leukin to the future’: is low serum interleukin-2 (IL-2) a predictive biomarker for postoperative atrial fibrillation?

Year: 2026

Type: editorial

Abstract: The stubborn incidence of PoAF requires equally stubborn inroads to find novel regulatory proteins and/or trustworthy biomarkersz. This useful study by Cozac et al. [9] further establishes IL-2 as an important, yet poorly understood protein in the onset of PoAF and sets a solid basis for future investigations in the clinic and using innovative rodent models.

Source: IJC Heart & Vasculature

DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcha.2026.101910

Authors: Callum J. Quinn, Epiphany S. Velasco, Xander H.T. Wehrens

Institution: Baylor College of Medicine

Language: English

Topic: Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,330