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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Main Authors: A. Rigon, M. Lo Vullo, F. Buzzulini, D. Sambataro, D. Margiotta, M. Vadacca, A. Afeltra
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PAGEPress Publications 2011-06-01
Series:Reumatismo
Online Access:http://www.reumatismo.org/index.php/reuma/article/view/491