Apoptosis, Necrosis, and Necroptosis in the Gut and Intestinal Homeostasis

Intestinal epithelial cells (IECs) form a physiochemical barrier that separates the intestinal lumen from the host’s internal milieu and is critical for electrolyte passage, nutrient absorption, and interaction with commensal microbiota. Moreover, IECs are strongly involved in the intestinal mucosal...

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Main Authors: Anna Negroni, Salvatore Cucchiara, Laura Stronati
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2015-01-01
Series:Mediators of Inflammation
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/250762