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The role of immune complexes in atherogenesis
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posted on 2023-06-08, 13:47 authored by Dayangku Fatiha Pengiran Burut, Yousuf Karim, Gordon FernsGordon FernsAtherosclerosis is now recognized as a chronic inflammatory disease and is characterized by features of inflammation at all stages of its development. It also appears to display elements of autoimmunity, and several autoantibodies including those directed against oxidized low-density lipoprotein (ox-LDL) and heat shock proteins (Hsps) have been identified in atherosclerosis. Immune complexes (ICs) may form between these antigens and autoantibodies and via Fc receptor signaling and complement activation may modulate the inflammation in atherosclerosis. Antibody isotype may direct the role that ICs play in atherogenesis, immunoglobulin G (IgG) being potentially pro-atherogenic and immunoglobulin M (IgM) playing a protective role. Therapeutic options targeting complement activation and those which are potentially Fc-receptor mediated have been investigated in animal models, though targeting Fc receptor signaling is an area that needs further investigation.
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AngiologyISSN
1940-1574Publisher
SageIssue
7Volume
61Page range
679-689Department affiliated with
- Division of Medical Education Publications
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2012-11-19Usage metrics
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