Lung Fibrosis Linked to Specific Cytokines in Systemic Sclerosis Patients
Researchers found that increased levels of Th-17 cytokines are associated with interstitial lung disease in patients with systemic sclerosis (SSc). Targeting this group of cytokines may improve lung inflammation and halt the progression of lung fibrosis. Cytokines are small secreted proteins released by the immune system. They are cell-signaling molecules…