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ISSN (Print): 1381-6128
ISSN (Online): 1873-4286

The Role of T and B Cells in Atherosclerosis: Potential Clinical Implications

Author(s): I. E. Dumitriu and J. C. Kaski

Volume 17, Issue 37, 2011

Page: [4159 - 4171] Pages: 13

DOI: 10.2174/138161211798764834

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Abstract

The chronic inflammation process that characterises atherosclerosis involves both the innate and adaptive arms of the immune system. Several lines of evidence have recently highlighted pivotal roles for T and B lymphocytes – cells that belong to the adaptive immune system – in the development and progression of atherosclerosis. In this review, we summarise the current knowledge on the roles of adaptive immune responses in atherosclerosis and present our views on how a better understanding of these immune mechanisms could shape future therapies to slow down or even prevent this disease.

Keywords: Adaptive immune response, T cells, B cells, atherosclerosis, metallo-proteinases (MMPs), acute coronary syndrome (ACS), macrophages, monoclonal antibody, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus


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