Translocation of particles and inflammatory responses after exposure to fine particles and nanoparticles in an epithelial airway model

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Experimental studies provide evidence that inhaled nanoparticles may translocate over the airspace epithelium and cause increased cellular inflammation. Little is known, however, about the dependence of particle size or material on t...

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Main Authors: Musso Claudia, Blank Fabian, Mühlfeld Christian, Rothen-Rutishauser Barbara, Gehr Peter
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2007-09-01
Series:Particle and Fibre Toxicology
Online Access:http://www.particleandfibretoxicology.com/content/4/1/9