A Dual Role for TNF-Producing T Cells in the Fetal Intestine.

doi:10.1016/j.immuni.2019.01.017

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A Dual Role for TNF-Producing T Cells in the Fetal Intestine.

M. Leppkes, M. Neurath

Feb 19, 2019

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Immunity

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Key Takeaway

Key Takeaway: TNF-producing T cells play a dual role in fetal gut development and potential colitis induction, with potential implications for understanding fetal colitis.

Abstract

The role of tumor necrosis factor (TNF) in the fetal intestine is poorly understood. In this issue of Immunity, Schreurs et al. (2019) identify important roles of TNF-producing T cells as both regulators of gut development and potential inducers of colitis.

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