N. meningitidis and TLR Polymorphisms: A Fascinating Immunomodulatory Network

N. meningitidis and TLR Polymorphisms: A Fascinating Immunomodulatory Network

N. meningitidis infections represent a global health problem that can lead to the development of serious permanent sequelae. Although the use of antibiotics and prevention via vaccination have reduced the incidence of meningococcal disease, our understanding regarding N. meningitidis pathogenesis is...

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Main Authors: Elena Gianchecchi, Alessandro Torelli, Giulia Piccini, Simona Piccirella, Emanuele Montomoli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-05-01
Series:Vaccines
Subjects:
Neisseria meningitidis
invasive meningococcal disease
TLR single nucleotide polymorphisms
risk factors
immunological responses
meningococcal vaccines
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-393X/4/2/20

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http://www.mdpi.com/2076-393X/4/2/20

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