Immunologic mechanisms in systemic lupus erythematosus [electronic resource] / Kok-Yong Fong.
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FilmSeries: Henry Stewart talksBiomedical & life sciences collection. Autoimmunity : etiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestation and diagnostic methodologies: Publisher: London : Henry Stewart Talks, 2010Description: 1 online resource (1 streaming video file (24 min.) : color, sound)Subject(s): Autoimmune Diseases | Autoimmunity | Lupus Erythematosus, SystemicOnline resources: Click here to access online | Series Animated audio-visual presentation with synchronized narration.
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Contents: Several immunologic mechanisms are involved in the pathogenesis of systemic lupus erythematosus -- The immune cells (T cells, B cells) are activated, and release various cytokines as well as autoantibodies -- Results in facilitation of the inflammatory process and organ damage -- The exact pathogenic mechanisms are still not fully known.
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