Hepatocyte and Kupffer Cell Interactions (1992)

Timothy R. Billiar · Ronald D. Curran

Nov 2017 · CRC Press

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310

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Hepatocyte and Kupffer Cell Interactions presents a comprehensive discussion of historical and recent information regarding this diverse field of research. The role of Kupffer cells and hepatoctyes in normal physiology, nonseptic pathological states, and in sepsis is examined. Microanatomy and methods of experimental study are covered as well. In each of the book's chapters, the role of the Kupffer cell and hepatocyte interaction is placed in context with information on particular liver functions or disease states. Hepatocyte and Kupffer Cell Interactions is an essential reference for leukocyte specialists, gastroenterologists, immunologists, and other researchers working in this fascinating field.

About the author

Timothy R. Billiar, M.D., has served as the George Vance Foster Professor and Chair in the Department of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine since 1999. Dr. Billiar completed his surgical residency at the University of Minnesota and the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Billiar's research has also been recognized with membership in the Institute of Medicine and the National Academy of Sciences.

Education

BA Natural Sciences, Doane College, NE

MD Medicine, University of Chicago, Pritzker School of Medicine

Dr. Curran graduated from the Rush Medical College in 1984. He works in Chicago, IL and specializes in Cardiovascular Disease and General Surgery . Dr. Curran is affiliated with Swedish Covenant Hospital. He speaks English and Korean.

Education & Training

Medical School: graduated from the Rush Medical College

Graduation Date: in 1984.

Specialties & Hospital Affiliations

Hospital Affiliations: Swedish Covenant Hospital

Specialties: Cardiovascular Disease and General Surgery

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