BAFF/APRIL pathway in Sjögren syndrome and systemic lupus erythematosus: relationship with chronic inflammation and disease activity
Objectives: BAFF and APRIL belong to the tumor necrosis factor (TNF) superfamily and are crucial for the survival, maturation, and differentiation of B cells. Aim of the study is to evaluate BAFF and APRIL in patients affected by Sjögren syndrome (SS) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Methods:...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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PAGEPress Publications
2011-06-01
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Series: | Reumatismo |
Online Access: | http://www.reumatismo.org/index.php/reuma/article/view/491 |