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Atopic dermatitis: review of immunopathogenesis and advances in immunosuppressive therapy.
The Australasian journal of dermatology - 1 Nov 2002
Meagher Linton J, Wines Nina Y, Cooper Alan J
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This paper reviews the theories of the pathogenesis of atopic dermatitis (AD), with a particular emphasis on its immunopathogenesis. The contribution of predisposing factors, immunopathogenic factors and provoking factors in the pathogenesis of AD are considered. Predisposing factors explored in this article include genetics and the disturbance of skin function. Immunopathogenic factors reviewed include T cell...
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