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SUBMITTER: Lu X
PROVIDER: S-EPMC5460436 | biostudies-other | 2017 Jun
REPOSITORIES: biostudies-other
Lu Xiaoxiao X Wang Xilian X Nian Hong H Yang Dan D Wei Ruihua R
Stem cell research & therapy 20170605 1
Autoimmune dacryoadenitis, such as Sjögren syndrome, comprises multifactorial and complex diseases. Inflammation of the lacrimal gland plays a key role in the pathogenesis of diseases. Unfortunately, current treatment strategies, including artificial tears, anti-inflammatory drugs, punctual occlusion, and immunosuppressive drugs, are only palliative, and long-term administration of these strategies is associated with adverse effects that limit their utility. Hence, an effective and safe treatmen ...[more]