Apoptosis and Autoimmunity: From Mechanisms to Treatments

Apoptosis and Autoimmunity: From Mechanisms to Treatments
by Joachim Kalden (Editor), Martin Herrmann (Editor)

Product details:
* Hardcover: 392 pages
* Publisher: Wiley-VCH (21 Jan 2003)
* Language English
* ISBN-10: 3527304428
* ISBN-13: 978-3527304424

Book Description:
This is the first comprehensive book about the relationship between apoptosis and autoimmune diseases.
It offers a unique up-to-date overview on research results on the defective execution of apoptosis and the incomplete clearance of apoptotic cells. The molecular and cellular mechanisms involved are described in detail. As a possible consequence of apoptotic dysfunction, the development of severe autoimmune diseases (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus) is discussed. An outlook on future research topics includes the evaluation of novel therapeutic strategies.

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