Radiation-induced intestinal inflammation

Figure 1 Scheme showing the multistep model of leukocyte-endothelial cell interactions. The leukocyte and endothelial cell receptors that contribute to the different steps (rolling, firm adhesion and emigration) are also illustrated. Reprinted with permission. (review Gastroenterology 1998).

Figure 2 Image of mesenteric (A) and small bowel (B) venules was obtained by Intravital microscopic. Rolling and firm adherent leukocytes can be easily identified by transillumination (A) or fluorescent staining (B).

Figure 3 Mechanism proposed to explain leukocyte-cell adhesion and tissue damage caused by irradiation.