ABSTRACT

Hepatocyte and Kupffer Cell Interactions presents a comprehensive discussion of historical and recent information regarding this diverse field of research. The role of Kupffer cells and hepatoctyes in normal physiology, nonseptic pathological states, and in sepsis is examined. Microanatomy and methods of experimental study are covered as well. In each of the book's chapters, the role of the Kupffer cell and hepatocyte interaction is placed in context with information on particular liver functions or disease states.
Hepatocyte and Kupffer Cell Interactions is an essential reference for leukocyte specialists, gastroenterologists, immunologists, and other researchers working in this fascinating field.

section II|76 pages

Nonseptic Pathologic States

chapter 8|22 pages

Liver Alloimmunity

chapter 9|16 pages

Nonparenchymal Cell And Hepatocyte Interaction in Antimalarial Activity

A Central Role for Nitric Oxide