Macrophage polarization in metabolic disorders: functions and regulation

G Chinetti-Gbaguidi, B Staels - Current opinion in lipidology, 2011 - journals.lww.com
G Chinetti-Gbaguidi, B Staels
Current opinion in lipidology, 2011journals.lww.com
Recent literature highlights the importance not only of the number of infiltrated
macrophages, but also their activation in the maintenance of the inflammation state.
Identifying mechanisms and molecules able to modify the balance between M1 and M2
represents a promising field of research.
Summary
Recent literature highlights the importance not only of the number of infiltrated macrophages, but also their activation in the maintenance of the inflammation state. Identifying mechanisms and molecules able to modify the balance between M1 and M2 represents a promising field of research.
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