Abstract
This review discusses the current knowledge on the mediators participating in the pathogenesis of inflammatory bowel disease, i.e. prostanoids, leukotrienes, platelet activating factor, interleukin-1, neuropeptides and oxygen-free radicals, and discusses the cellular sources responsible for the generation of these inflammatory mediators.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 48-56 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Gastroenterology International |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 1 |
State | Published - 1992 |
Externally published | Yes |