Role of the tachykinin NK<sub>1 </sub>receptor in a murine model of cigarette smoke-induced pulmonary inflammation
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The tachykinins, substance P and neurokinin A, present in sensory nerves and inflammatory cells such as macrophages and dendritic cells, are considered as pro-inflammatory agents. Inflammation of the airways and lung parenchyma plays...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2009-05-01
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| Series: | Respiratory Research |
| Online Access: | http://respiratory-research.com/content/10/1/37 |