Adhesion molecules : function and inhibition / Klaus Ley, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Ley, Klaus, 1957-

Series:

PIR (Series)

Progress in inflammation research

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Cell adhesion molecules.

Cell Adhesion Molecules--physiology.

Endothelial Cells--physiology.

Leukocytes--physiology.

Medical Subjects:

Cell Adhesion Molecules--physiology.

Endothelial Cells--physiology.

Leukocytes--physiology.

Physical Description:

xiv, 309 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.

Place of Publication:

Basel ; Boston : Birkhauser, [2007]

Summary:

Inflammatory cell recruitment requires the concerted action of at least five major sets of adhesion molecules: integrins, immunoglobulin-like molecules, selectins, carbohydrate structures serving as selectin ligands, and certain ectoenzymes. This volume gives a comprehensive overview on the most relevant leukocyte and endothelial adhesion molecules. The chapters are written by leaders in the field and focus on the biology, structure, function, and regulation of adhesion molecules. Currently approved adhesion molecule-based therapies are reviewed and an outlook for future approaches is also provided. The book is of interest to clinicians and scientists from immunology, physiology, cancer research, rheumatology, allergology, infectious diseases, gastroenterology, pulmonology and cardiology.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

376437974X

9783764379742

OCLC:

153582015