Erschienen in:
01.08.2000 | Review
Cell-cell interactions in synovitis Interactions between T lymphocytes and synovial cells
verfasst von:
Iain B McInnes, Bernard P Leung, Foo Y Liew
Erschienen in:
Arthritis Research & Therapy
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Ausgabe 5/2000
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Abstract
Mechanisms whereby T lymphocytes contribute to synovial inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis are poorly understood. Here we review data that indicate an important role for cell contact between synovial T cells, adjacent macrophages and fibroblast-like synoviocytes (FLS). Thus, T cells activated by cytokines, endothelial transmigration, extracellular matrix or by auto-antigens can promote cytokine, particularly TNFα, metalloproteinase production by macrophages and FLS through cell-membrane interactions, mediated at least through β-integrins and membrane cytokines. Since soluble factors thus induced may in turn contribute directly to T cell activation, positive feedback loops are likely to be created. These novel pathways represent exciting potential therapeutic targets.