Effects of pH alteration on respiratory syncytial virus in human airway epithelial cells
Background Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of respiratory distress and hospitalisation in the paediatric population. Low airway surface pH impairs antimicrobial host defence and worsens airway inflammation. Inhaled Optate safely raises airway surface pH in humans and raises intr...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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European Respiratory Society
2023-07-01
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Series: | ERJ Open Research |
Online Access: | http://openres.ersjournals.com/content/9/4/00404-2022.full |