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Aging hampers neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) efficacy
3 Aug 2022
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: NETosis is a neutrophil-mediated defense mechanism during which DNA and enzymes are extruded forming a network (NETs) trapping and killing different pathogens. NETosis is reduced in both mice and humans during aging. AIMS: We explored the difference in the efficacy of NETs released in elderly (> 65 years) versus adults (20-50 years) subjects in inhibiting Staphylococcus aureus growth and activating...
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