Apoptosis and Pathogenesis of Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus in Humans

The pathogenesis of avian influenza A (H5N1) virus in humans has not been clearly elucidated. Apoptosis may also play an important role. We studied autopsy specimens from 2 patients who died of infection with this virus. Apoptosis was observed in alveolar epithelial cells, which is the major target...

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Main Authors: Mongkol Uiprasertkul, Rungrueng Kitphati, Pilaipan Puthavathana, Romchat Kriwong, Alita Kongchanagul, Kumnuan Ungchusak, Suwimon Angkasekwinai, Kulkanya Chokephaibulkit, Kanittar Srisook, Nirun Vanprapar, Prasert Auewarakul
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2007-05-01
Series:Emerging Infectious Diseases
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Online Access:https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/13/5/06-0572_article