Langerhans Cells Correlate With Macrophages for Defense Mechanisms in the Atrophic Epithelium of Radicular Cysts

In conclusion, LCs participate in defense mechanisms and were present in all cases evaluated. Along with macrophages, these cells release proinflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α, which is responsible for inducing the continued proliferation of cystic epithelium.

Source: Applied Immunohistochemistry and Molecular Morphology - September 1, 2021 Category: Chemistry Tags: Research Articles Source Type: research