In recent years, researchers around the globe have deep dived into the fascination world of the Macrophage and its diverse role in tissue development, angiogenesis, and wound healing, and above all the untapped mystery of the wondering immune system within our body. Macrophages and their role in inflammation includes all the latest information of macrophages and inflammation as well as it provides an in-depth understanding of this complex and rapidly progressing field of study.
- Outlines the role of macrophages in inflammation
- Contains chapters by leading authors on the basic and translational aspects of macrophage biology
- Deals with internal and external treats
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Elsevier Science & Techn.
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Approx. 100 illustrations (50 in full color)
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ISBN-13
978-0-12-822369-7 (9780128223697)
Schweitzer Klassifikation
I. Biology1. Introduction to Macrophages2. Basic Macrophages Biology
II. Inflammation Processes4. Overview of Inflammation processes5. The role of Macrophages in inflammation
III. Role of Macrophages in systemic inflammation4. Tumor development5. Neurological System6. Adipose Tissue7. Muscle Tissue8. Heart and circulatory system9. Atherosclerosis10. Arthritis11. Respiratory system12. Wound Healing
IV. Conclusions13. Role of Macrophages in mediating Homeostatic Processes14. Up and coming research fields
