Alveolar Macrophages in Allergic Asthma: the Forgotten Cell Awakes
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DOI: 10.1007/s11882-017-0681-6
Abstract: Purpose of ReviewThe role of alveolar macrophages in innate immune responses has long been appreciated. Here, we review recent studies evaluating the participation of these cells in allergic inflammation.Recent FindingsImmediately after allergen exposure, monocytes are… read more here.
Keywords: asthma forgotten; alveolar macrophages; forgotten cell; inflammation ... See more keywords
Pericytes: The lung-forgotten cell type
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DOI: 10.3389/fphys.2023.1150028
Abstract: Pericytes are a heterogeneous population of mesenchymal cells located on the abluminal surface of microvessels, where they provide structural and biochemical support. Pericytes have been implicated in numerous lung diseases including pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH)… read more here.
Keywords: pericytes lung; forgotten cell; allergic asthma; lung forgotten ... See more keywords