The venom of South American rattlesnakes inhibits macrophage functions and is endowed with anti-inflammatory properties

• Autori principali: Maria C. C. de Sousa e Silva (Autore), Luis R. C. Gonçalves (Autore), Mario Mariano (Autore)
• Natura: Libro
• Pubblicazione: Hindawi Limited, 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Soggetti: article
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The injection of Crotalus durissus terrificus venom into the foot pad of mice did not induce a significant inflammatory response as evaluated by oedema formation, increased vascular permeability and cell migration. The subcutaneous injection of the venom, or its addition to cell cultures, had an inh...