Differential inhibition of human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) by toll-like receptor ligands mediated by interferon-beta in human foreskin fibroblasts and cervical tissue

Human cytomegalovirus (HCMV) can be acquired sexually and is shed from the genital tract. Cross-sectional studies in women show that changes in genital tract microbial flora affect HCMV infection and/or shedding. Since genital microbial flora may affect HCMV infection or replication by stimulating c...

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Main Authors: Harwani, Sailesh C, Lurain, Nell S, Zariffard, M Reza, Spear, Gregory T
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: BioMed Central 2007
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2222636/