Protective Role of Mast Cells in Primary Systemic Vasculitis: A Perspective

Mast cells are important cells of the immune system. Although traditionally considered as key players in allergic and hypersensitivity reactions, emerging evidence suggests that mast cells have many complex roles in vascular disease. These include regulation of vasodilation, angiogenesis, activation...

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Main Authors: Jason M. Springer, Vineesh V. Raveendran, Selina A. Gierer, Mehrdad Maz, Kottarappat N. Dileepan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2017-08-01
Series:Frontiers in Immunology
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fimmu.2017.00990/full