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Modulation of human dendritic cell phenotype and function by probiotic bacteria.
Gut - 1 Nov 2004
Hart A L, Lammers K, Brigidi P, Vitali B, Rizzello F, Gionchetti P, Campieri M, Kamm M A, Knight S C, Stagg A J
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: "Probiotic" bacteria are effective in treating some inflammatory bowel diseases. However which bacteria confer benefit and mechanisms of action remain poorly defined. Dendritic cells, which are pivotal in early bacterial recognition, tolerance induction, and shaping of T cell responses, may be central in mediating the effects of these bacteria. AIMS: To assess effects of different probiotic bacteria...
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