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Neutrophil Extracellular Traps Affecting Cardiovascular Health in Infectious and Inflammatory Diseases.
Manovriti Thakur1, Bryce Evans1, Marc Schindewolf1
1Division of Angiology, Swiss Cardiovascular Center, Inselspital, Bern University Hospital, University of Bern, CH-3010 Bern, Switzerland.
Neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) are key in immunity and inflammation. This review explores NETs' role in infections, vascular issues, and autoimmune diseases, highlighting therapeutic potential.
Area of Science:
- Immunology
- Vascular Biology
- Pathology
Background:
- Neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) are crucial for immune defense, trapping pathogens.
- NETs are pro-inflammatory and initiate vascular coagulopathies by binding coagulation proteins.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review recent findings on NETs in bacterial/viral infections.
- To explore NETs' role in vascular inflammation, thrombosis, atherosclerosis, and autoimmune disorders.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of recent findings on NETs.
- Synthesis of information on NETs' involvement in various pathologies.
Main Results:
- NETs play a diverse role in altering physiological and pathological processes.
- NETs bridge infection and chronic inflammation, contributing to vascular pathologies.
Conclusions:
- Understanding NETs' complex role is vital for future research.
- Targeting NETs may offer therapeutic strategies for infections and inflammatory disorders.
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