| Literature DB >> 28295238 |
Kilian Eyerich1, Valentina Dimartino2, Andrea Cavani2.
Abstract
IL-17 and IL-22 are tissue-signaling cytokines that favor protection and regeneration of barrier organs such as the skin, lung, and gastrointestinal system. Both cytokines share cellular sources, signaling pathways, and functional aspects; however, taking a closer look they differ, e.g. in their pro-inflammatory or regenerative potential. An imbalance of the carefully orchestrated tissue-signaling system might result in autoimmune diseases, promote cancer growth, or predispose to infectious diseases. This review highlights recent understandings in cellular sources, signaling mechanisms, physiologic as well as pathogenic role of the double-faceted cytokines IL-17 and IL-22.Entities:
Keywords: Th17; Th22; autoimmune diseases; cytokines
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Year: 2017 PMID: 28295238 DOI: 10.1002/eji.201646723
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Eur J Immunol ISSN: 0014-2980 Impact factor: 5.532