We propose that the inappropriate synthesis and/or regulation of specific cytokines are contributing to the inflammatory process that results in altered remodeling progressing to end-stage fibrosis of the lung. Determination of the cytokine profile from cells or tissue immediately recovered by bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) or by transbronchial biopsy (TBB) are compared to normal subjects and patients with IPF. High resolution computer tomography (HRCT) may provide a valid way to evaluate therapeutic response in IPF.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
Type
General Clinical Research Centers Program (M01)
Project #
3M01RR000042-39S1
Application #
6113355
Study Section
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1998-10-01
Budget End
1999-09-30
Support Year
39
Fiscal Year
1999
Total Cost
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Department
Type
DUNS #
791277940
City
Ann Arbor
State
MI
Country
United States
Zip Code
48109
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