ABSTRACT

"Analyzes the role of peptides in promoting or suppressing inflammation. Thoroughly examines the therapeutic potential of key peptides, analogs, agonists, and antagonists that influence cell injury and repair."

chapter 1|7 pages

Perspective

Peptides in Relation to Tissue Injury and Inflammation

part Two

Proinflammatory Peptides

chapter 10|22 pages

Cellular Regulation of Kinin Receptors

Potential Role in Inflammation

part Three

Antiinflammatory Peptides

chapter 16|20 pages

VIP Regulation of Neuronal Proliferation and Differentiation

Implications for Neuronal Repair

chapter 17|26 pages

Neurotrophic Action of VIP

From CNS Ontogeny to Therapeutic Strategy