Bücher von Anton G. Kutikhin

This book offers comprehensive information on the polymorphisms of genes encoding pattern recognition receptors (PRRs). Following a short description of the general role of PRRs in the immune system, the structure and function of Toll-like and NOD-like receptors are examined in detail. The main focus is on the role of inherited variation in PRRs and their correlation to cancer and cardiovascular diseases. A review of all epidemiological investigations is included, and a concept of genomic risk markers for the prevention of various diseases is also discussed.

This book describes and analyzes connections between unconventional carcinogenic infectious agents and cancer. It features helpful tables that systematize the key information on the field and a list of all infectious agents suspected in cancer causation.