Does microarray study reveal a transforming growth factor-β-dependent mechanism of fibrosis in discoid lupus erythematosus?
These results highlight major pathogenic pathways in DLE and provide novel molecular targets for the development of new therapies. The data suggest the existence of a TGF-β-dependent pathway inducing fibrosis in DLE.
Basketball players seem to have a higher risk of PE than their peers from the general population. More studies are needed to confirm these findings and identify factors predisposing them to PE to contribute to its prevention.