N. meningitidis and TLR Polymorphisms: A Fascinating Immunomodulatory Network

N. meningitidis infections represent a global health problem that can lead to the development of serious permanent sequelae. Although the use of antibiotics and prevention via vaccination have reduced the incidence of meningococcal disease, our understanding regarding N. meningitidis pathogenesis is...

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Main Authors: Gianchecchi, Elena, Torelli, Alessandro, Piccini, Giulia, Piccirella, Simona, Montomoli, Emanuele
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: MDPI 2016
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4931637/