Pattern recognition receptors in infectious skin diseases.

Microbes Infect

Department of Dermatology, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, PO Box 9101, 6500 HB, The Netherlands.

Published: September 2012

During the last decade, multiple pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) have been identified. These are involved in the innate immune response against a plethora of pathogens. However, PRR functioning can also be detrimental, even during infections. This review discusses the current knowledge on PRRs that recognize dermatotropic pathogens, and potential therapeutical implications.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.micinf.2012.03.004DOI Listing

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