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Raised plasma concentrations of α-defensins in patients with idiopathic pulmonay fibrosis. (Original Article)

Authors :
Mukae, H.
Iiboshi, H.
Nakazato, M.
Hiratsuka, T.
Tokojima, M.
Abe, K.
Ashitani, J.
Kadota, J.
Matsukura, S.
Kohno, S.
Source :
Thorax. July 2002, Vol. 57 Issue 7, p623, 6 p.
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

Background: Neutrophils are thought to play on important role in the pathogenesis of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). Human neutrophils contain antimicrobial and cytotoxic peptides in the azurophil granules which belong [...]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00406376
Volume :
57
Issue :
7
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Thorax
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.89927073