Low NKp30, NKp46 and NKG2D expression and reduced cytotoxic activity on NK cells in cervical cancer and precursor lesions

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Persistent high risk HPV infection can lead to cervical cancer, the second most common malignant tumor in women worldwide. NK cells play a crucial role against tumors and virus-infected cells through a fine balance between activating...

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Main Authors: Bravo-Cuellar Alejandro, Balderas-Peña Luz, Ramirez-Dueñas Maria, Sanchez-Hernandez Pedro E, del Toro-Arreola Susana, Albarran-Somoza Benibelks, del Toro-Arreola Alicia, Garcia-Iglesias Trinidad, Ortiz-Lazareno Pablo C, Daneri-Navarro Adrian
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-06-01
Series:BMC Cancer
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2407/9/186