In vivo models of human airway epithelium repair and regeneration

Despite an efficient defence system, the airway surface epithelium, in permanent contact with the external milieu, is frequently injured by inhaled pollutants, microorganisms and viruses. The response of the airway surface epithelium to an acute injury includes a succession of cellular events varyin...

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Main Authors: C. Coraux, R. Hajj, P. Lesimple, E. Puchelle
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: European Respiratory Society 2005-12-01
Series:European Respiratory Review
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Online Access:http://err.ersjournals.com/cgi/content/full/14/97/131