The destruction of mucosal barriers, epithelial remodeling, and impaired mucociliary clearance: possible pathogenic mechanisms of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus in chronic rhinosinusitis
Abstract Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a pathological condition characterized by persistent inflammation in the upper respiratory tract and paranasal sinuses. The epithelium serves as the first line of defense against potential threats and protects the nasal mucosa. The fundamental mechanical barr...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-10-01
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Series: | Cell Communication and Signaling |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12964-023-01347-2 |