Springer Immunogenetics of Autoimmune Disease - Medical Intelligence Unit

Immunogenetics of Autoimmune Disease explores the complex mechanisms underlying autoimmune conditions, examining how loss of self-tolerance and peripheral lymphocyte activation trigger cascading immune responses. This Medical Intelligence Unit title from Springer details the molecular and cellular pathways involved in autoimmune disease progression, including disruption of blood-system barriers, cellular infiltration into target organs, and localised inflammation. The book analyses how cytokines, adhesion molecules, growth factors, and antibodies induce and regulate the cell functions that perpetuate inflammatory responses, ultimately leading to tissue injury and clinical manifestations. Essential reading for medical practitioners, researchers, and healthcare professionals seeking comprehensive understanding of autoimmune disease immunology and the physiological mechanisms involved in disease development.