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Inflammatory cells, cytokines and matrix metalloproteinases in amicrobial pustulosis of the folds and other neutrophilic dermatoses.
International journal of immunopathology and pharmacology - 1 Jan 2000
Marzano A V, Cugno M, Trevisan V, Lazzari R, Fanoni D, Berti E, Crosti C
Abstract excerpt
Amicrobial pustulosis of the folds (APF) is a rare cutaneous disease characterized by relapsing sterile pustules frequently associated with autoimmune disorders. Although APF pathophysiology is still undefined, scattered reports suggest involvement of neutrophils. The aim of the present study is to evaluate the role of the skin inflammatory infiltrate, selected multifunctional cytokines and effectors of tissue...
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