Cystatins from the Human Liver Fluke <i>Opisthorchis viverrini</i>: Molecular Characterization and Functional Analysis

Cystatins from the Human Liver Fluke <i>Opisthorchis viverrini</i>: Molecular Characterization and Functional Analysis

A high incidence of cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) has been observed in Thailand. This usually rare cancer has been associated with infection with the human liver fluke, <i>Opisthorchis viverrini</i>. Secretions of the parasite that interact with the host are thought to be a major...

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Main Authors: Amornrat Geadkaew-Krenc, Rudi Grams, Sinee Siricoon, Nanthawat Kosa, Dawid Krenc, Wansika Phadungsil, Pongsakorn Martviset
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-07-01
Series:Pathogens
Subjects:
<i>Opisthorchis viverrini</i>
cysteine proteinase inhibitor
cystatins
cathepsin
inhibition
immune reactivity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/12/7/949

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