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IgE-mediated fungal allergy in allergic fungal sinusitis
- Source :
- The Laryngoscope. 119(6)
- Publication Year :
- 2009
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Abstract
- This review will address the current knowledge of the pathogenic mechanisms in allergic fungal sinusitis (AFS) and the basis for the current classification of a subgroup of chronic rhinosinusitis patients. Special attention is directed to the role of immunoglobulin E (IgE)-mediated fungal allergy in the pathogenesis of AFS. Concepts relating to the mucosal inflammatory response are introduced, as a knowledge of the reactions of the sinus mucosal cells can lead to a better understanding of the mechanisms perpetuating and maintaining the chronic inflammation. Laryngoscope, 2009.
Details
- ISSN :
- 15314995
- Volume :
- 119
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- OpenAIRE
- Journal :
- The Laryngoscope
- Accession number :
- edsair.pmid..........237713aa92fa44bebc1e7abf8029a6cf