Spongiosis: A Short Review
Journal Title: Dermatology – Open Journal - Year 2017, Vol 2, Issue 2
Abstract
Spongiosis is the hallmark of eczematous dermatitis. The mechanism underlying it is somewhat complex and is not fully understood up till now. Many factors interplay to produce spongiosis. One of these factors is Fas receptor/Fas ligand interaction.
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Hanan Rabea Nada
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- DOI 10.17140/DRMTOJ-2-126
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