Abstract
Skin infections related to disrupted antimicrobial defence are a common problem in atopic dermatitis (AD). Altered levels of antimicrobial peptides, including human β-defensin (hBD)-2, have been reported in AD skin, and a link to impaired barrier function has been suggested.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | British Journal of Dermatology |
Vol/bind | 169 |
Udgave nummer | 3 |
Sider (fra-til) | 587-93 |
Antal sider | 7 |
ISSN | 0007-0963 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - sep. 2013 |