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Duality of fibroblast-like synoviocytes in RA: passive responders and imprinted aggressors.
Nature reviews. Rheumatology - 1 Jan 2013
Bottini Nunzio, Firestein Gary S
Abstract excerpt
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is characterized by hyperplastic synovial pannus tissue, which mediates destruction of cartilage and bone. Fibroblast-like synoviocytes (FLS) are a key component of this invasive synovium and have a major role in the initiation and perpetuation of destructive joint inflammation. The pathogenic potential of FLS in RA stems from their ability to express immunomodulating cytokines and...
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