Angiogenesis is the formation of new capillaries from pre-existing vasculature, which plays a
critical role in the pathogenesis of several inflammatory autoimmune diseases such as …

Chemokine receptors are members of the G protein-coupled receptor superfamily. These
receptors are intimately involved in cell movement, and thus play a critical role in several …

Objective: To assess the prevalence of tinnitus along with factors potentially associated with
having tinnitus. Design: Data were from the Beaver Dam Offspring Study, an epidemiological …

It is now apparent that regulation of blood vessel growth contributes to the classical actions
of hormones on development, growth, and reproduction. Endothelial cells are ideally …

Vascular endothelium plays a key role in the local regulation of vascular tone and vascular
architecture by release of vasodilator and vasoconstrictor substances, as well as factors with …

The innate immune response is essential for combating infectious disease. Macrophages
and other cells respond to infection by releasing cytokines, such as interleukin-1β (IL-1β) …

Limitations in therapy induced by adverse effects due to unselective drug availability and
therefore the use of potentially too high doses are a common problem. One prominent …

Triptolide (TP), a major extract of the herb Tripterygium wilfordii Hook F (TWHF), has been
shown to exert potent pharmacological effects, especially an immunosuppressive effect in …

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at high risk of cardiovascular events. Platelet
biomarkers are involved in inflammation, atherosclerosis and thrombosis. Cardiovascular …

Angiogenesis and vasculogenesis in rheumatoid arthritis : Current Opinion in
Rheumatology Angiogenesis and vasculogenesis in rheumatoid arthritis : Current Opinion …