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The distinct role and regulatory mechanism of IL-17 and IFN-γ in the initiation and development of plaque vs guttate psoriasis.
Journal of dermatological science - 1 Oct 2018
Yan Kexiang, Han Ling, Deng Hui, Fang Xu, Zhang Zhenghua, Huang Guiqin, Zheng Zhi Zhong, Huang Qiong, Xu Jinhua
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Few studies have explored the differences of immunopathogenesis in plaque vs guttate psoriasis, especially on the inhibitory role of regulatory T cells (Tregs) on IL-17/ IFN-γ production and the impact of CD4+T cells on keratinocytes. OBJECTIVE: To investigate the percentage and inhibitory function of CD4+CD25highTreg and differential expressions of IL-17/ IFN-γ in plaque vs guttate psoriasis, and the...
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