Parasite role reversal: worms on trial

被引：49

作者：

Falcone, FH ^{[1
]}

Pritchard, DI ^{[1
]}

机构：

[1] Sch Pharm, Immune Modulat Res Grp, Nottingham NG7 2RD, England

来源：

TRENDS IN PARASITOLOGY | 2005年 / 21卷 / 04期

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D O I：

10.1016/j.pt.2005.02.002

中图分类号：

R38 [医学寄生虫学]; Q [生物科学];

学科分类号：

07 ; 0710 ; 09 ; 100103 ;

摘要：

Asthma has reached epidemic proportions globally. This has been attributed by many to improved hygiene. The frequent failure of conventional pharmaceuticals to manage the disease has led to the introduction of parasites as a potential alternative therapy for asthma and other immunological diseases. In this article, we briefly review the immunological rationale underpinning therapeutic parasitic infection, describe recently initiated trials, and highlight potential risks and benefits of introducing parasites into patient cohorts.

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