Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is one of the most important inducers of
angiogenesis, therefore blocking angiogenesis has led to great promise in the treatment of …

The snapping hip (SH) syndrome is characterised by an audible snapping, often
accompanied by pain, which usually occurs with the flexion and extension of the hip during …

Cancer cells invade surrounding tissues and metastasize to distant sites. Diet high in fat is a
strong link to, and perhaps causes, a high incidence of tumours. Trans-fatty acid might …

IL-36 is another family member of IL-1 and induces the production of proinflammatory
cytokines and activates MAPK and NFκB pathways. IL-36 is a common mediator of innate …

578 G. SABATINO ET AL. cytokines, chemokines, and proteases, including mast
cellYspecific chymases and tryptases (6Y9). Therefore IgE sensitizes mast cells by binding …

There is much evidence that neuropeptide substance P is involved in neurogenic
inflammation and is an important neurotransmitter and neurmodulator compound. In …

The immune system function oscillates with a 24-hour period driving circadian rhythmicity of
immune responses. A circadian timing system comprising central and peripheral oscillators …

Percutaneous synthesis using K-wires or external fixation in orthopedics and traumatology is
extremely common. Postoperative management of external fixation includes frequent wound …

Background This in vitro biomechanical study tested the pullout strength of meniscal repair
in human menisci using two different biodegradable suture techniques: the “mulberry” and …

Mast cells are important not only in allergic reactions, but also in inflammation and are
involved in a variety of responses including the immediate release of potent inflammatory …