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Inflammation, immunity and functional gastrointestinal disorders
Li Zhang, Ming-Kai Chen, Qin Deng
Li Zhang, Ming-Kai Chen, Qin Deng, Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China
Supported by: the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province, No.2009CDB283; and the Research Award Fund for Outstanding Young Teachers in Wuhan University, No.3082018.
Correspondence to: Ming-Kai Chen, Professor, Department of Gastroenterology, Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuhan 430060, Hubei Province, China. kaimingchen@163.com
Received: April 27, 2011 Revised: June 21, 2011 Accepted: June 28, 2011 Published online: September 18, 2011
The pathogenesis of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) is closely related to psychological factors. Mucosal immunity and inflammation are causes of gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with FGIDs. Inflammation factors not only play an important role in the development of depression but also have an impact on gastrointestinal motility. The role of immune mechanisms in the pathogenesis of FGIDs has also attracted wide attention. In this article, we will review the roles of inflammation and immunity in the pathogenesis of FGIDs.
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