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Inflammatory cell recruitment requires the concerted action of at least five major sets of adhesion molecules: integrins, immunoglobulin-like molecules, selectins, carbohydrate structures serving as selectin ligands, and certain ectoenzymes. This volume gives a comprehensive overview on the most relevant leukocyte and endothelial adhesion molecules. The chapters are written by leaders in the field and focus on the biology, structure, function, and regulation of adhesion molecules. Currently approved adhesion molecule-based therapies are reviewed and an outlook for future approaches is also provided.

 

The book is of interest to clinicians and scientists from immunology, physiology, cancer research, rheumatology, allergology, infectious diseases, gastroenterology, pulmonology and cardiology.

Table of contents

 

P-selectin glycoprotein ligand-1 (PSGL-1).- L-selectin-mediated leukocyte adhesion and migration.- Endothelial ICAM-1 functions in adhesion and signaling during leukocyte recruitment.- alpha4-integrins: structure, function and secrets.- VCAM-1 and its functions in development and inflammatory diseases.- Lymphocyte function-associated antigen-1 (LFA-1) and macrophage antigen-1 (Mac-1): Cooperative partners in leukocyte emigration and function.- PECAM: Regulating the start of diapedesis.- Role of alpha6beta1 integrin in leukocyte adhesion and transmigration.- Vascular adhesion protein-1 (VAP-1).- The role of ESAM in neutrophil emigration into inflamed tissues.- Structure and function of JAM proteins.- Promises and limitations of targeting adhesion molecules for therapy