Azithromycin reduces spontaneous and induced inflammation in ΔF508 cystic fibrosis mice

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Inflammation plays a critical role in lung disease development and progression in cystic fibrosis. Azithromycin is used for the treatment of cystic fibrosis lung disease, although its mechanisms of action are poorly understood. We te...

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Main Authors: Lison Dominique, Lebecque Patrick, Marbaix Etienne, Delos Monique, Lebacq Jean, Huaux François, Legssyer Rachida, Scholte Bob J, Wallemacq Pierre, Leal Teresinha
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-10-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Online Access:http://respiratory-research.com/content/7/1/134