Th2 cytokine profile in appendicular lavage fluid is compatible with allergy as an etiology for acute appendicitis
N. Carvalho, A. Barros, H. O. Coelho, C. F. Moita, A. Neves-Costa, F. C. Borges, L. F. Moita, P. Costa
The study finds elevated Th2 cytokines in appendicitis patients, supporting allergy as a potential cause of acute appendicitis.
bioRxiv · Sep 30, 2019Pathology