Interleukin‐9 and interleukin‐17C in chronic rhinosinusitis

ConclusionInflammatory cell expression of IL‐9 and IL‐17C were increased in CRS, particularly with allergy and asthma. These interleukins may contribute to the pathogenesis of CRSwNP as well as atopy and may serve as therapeutic targets for disease management.

Source: International Forum of Allergy and Rhinology - March 17, 2016 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Clara M. Olcott, Joseph K. Han, Tina D. Cunningham, Christine B. Franzese Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research