Mucosal Immunology
Mestecky, Jiri
Strober, Warren
Russell, Michael W.
Cheroutre, Hilde
Lambrecht, Bart N.
Kelsall, Brian L
Mucosal Immunology, now in its fourth edition, is the only comprehensive reference covering the basic science and clinical manifestations of mucosal immunology. Most infectious agents enter the body through the various mucous membranes, and many common infections take place in or on mucous membranes, making this subject an area of singular importance in the field of immunology. This book contains new research data, exceptional illustrations, original theory, a new perspective, and excellent organization. It covers immune system topics, such as inductive and effector tissues and cells, and development and physiology of the mucosal barrier; diseases in the digestive system, respiratory tract, and genitourinary tract; and immunodeficiency. The most comprehensive text on mucosal immunology from internationally recognized experts in the field Includes exceptional color illustrations, new research data, original theory and information on all mucosal diseases Contains nine new chapters and an expanded appendix INDICE: MUCOSAL IMMUNE SYSTEMMucosal Barrier: Development and Physiology of Mucosal DefenceInductive and Effector Tissues and Cells of the Mucosal Immune SystemMucosal Immunity and InfectionMucosal VaccinesMUCOSAL DISEASESImmunodeficiencyStomach, Liver and IntestineRespiratory TractOral Cavity, Upper Airway and Head and NeckGenitourinary Tract and Mammary GlandAPPENDICES
- ISBN: 978-0-12-415847-4
- Editorial: Academic Press
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 2000
- Fecha Publicación: 26/01/2015
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés