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Cell adhesion molecules: selectins and integrins.

R González-Amaro1, F Sánchez-Madrid

  • 1Department of Immunology, Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí, S.L.P., México.

Critical Reviews in Immunology
|January 27, 2000
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Cell adhesion molecules like selectins and integrins are crucial for leukocyte extravasation and inflammation. Blocking these molecules offers potential therapeutic strategies for inflammatory diseases.

Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Cell Biology
  • Biochemistry

Background:

  • Cell adhesion molecules (CAMs) are vital in physiological and pathological processes.
  • Selectins (E-, P-, L-selectin) mediate early leukocyte extravasation and cell activation.
  • Integrins are adhesion receptors involved in cell-matrix interactions and signal transduction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the roles of selectins and integrins in cell adhesion and signaling.
  • To highlight their involvement in leukocyte extravasation and inflammatory responses.
  • To discuss therapeutic strategies targeting these molecules for inflammatory diseases.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of selectins and integrins.
  • Analysis of their signaling pathways and functions.

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  • Examination of current therapeutic approaches.

    • Main Results:

    • Selectins and integrins are key mediators of leukocyte extravasation and inflammatory responses.
    • Both receptor families function as signal-transducing molecules, influencing cell activation.
    • Integrins modulate intracellular pathways, including the MAP kinase cascade.

    Conclusions:

    • Selectins and integrins are critical targets for modulating inflammatory diseases.
    • Therapeutic strategies aimed at blocking these adhesion molecules are under development.
    • Understanding their dual role in adhesion and signaling is essential for effective treatment.