Original paper

Nicotine induces neutrophil extracellular traps

Volume: 100, Issue: 5, Pages: 1105 - 1112
Published: Jun 16, 2016
Abstract
NETs serve to ensnare and kill microbial pathogens. However, NETs can at the same time contribute to tissue damage and excessive inflammation. Nicotine is a major toxic agent and has been associated with exacerbated inflammatory diseases. The current study aimed at investigating the role of nicotine, the addictive component of tobacco and electronic cigarettes, on triggering NET formation. We report that nicotine induces neutrophils to release...
Paper Details
Title
Nicotine induces neutrophil extracellular traps
Published Date
Jun 16, 2016
Volume
100
Issue
5
Pages
1105 - 1112
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