The purpose of this commentary is to highlight the emerging role of IgE on airway smooth muscle(ASM) cells function through activation of the high-affinity Fc receptor for IgE. We discuss the potential implications of...The purpose of this commentary is to highlight the emerging role of IgE on airway smooth muscle(ASM) cells function through activation of the high-affinity Fc receptor for IgE. We discuss the potential implications of IgE-mediated ASM sensitization in airway inflammation and remodeling, the hallmark features of allergic asthma.展开更多
文摘The purpose of this commentary is to highlight the emerging role of IgE on airway smooth muscle(ASM) cells function through activation of the high-affinity Fc receptor for IgE. We discuss the potential implications of IgE-mediated ASM sensitization in airway inflammation and remodeling, the hallmark features of allergic asthma.