Decreased inducibility of TNF expression in lipid-loaded macrophages

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Inflammation and immune responses are considered to be very important in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis. Lipid accumulation in macrophages of the arterial intima is a characteristic feature of atherosclerosis which can influence...

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Main Authors: Kallin Bengt, Olsson Anneli, Stollenwerk Maria, Ares Mikko PS, Jovinge Stefan, Nilsson Jan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2002-10-01
Series:BMC Immunology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2172/3/13