The interplay between radiation and the immune system in the field of post-radical pneumonitis and fibrosis and why it is important to understand it.

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serval:BIB_DF38FB32277B
Type
Article: article from journal or magazin.
Publication sub-type
Editorial
Collection
Publications
Institution
Title
The interplay between radiation and the immune system in the field of post-radical pneumonitis and fibrosis and why it is important to understand it.
Journal
Expert Opinion On Pharmacotherapy
Author(s)
Tsoutsou P.G.
ISSN
1744-7666 (Electronic)
ISSN-L
1465-6566
Publication state
Published
Issued date
2014
Volume
15
Number
13
Pages
1781-1783
Language
english
Notes
Publication types: Journal Article Publication Status: ppublishDocument Type: Editorial Material
Abstract
A discussion on the importance and pathogenesis of radiation-induced pneumonitis and fibrosis is provided, with a special focus on the role of the immune system. The need to understand this interaction is highlighted in view of emerging therapeutic potential.
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