Abstract
This chapter contains sections titled:
Introduction
Overview of the innate immune system
Expression of TLRs in health and disease
General role of TLRs and Nods: maintenance of barrier function, induction of IgA and expression of antimicrobial peptides
Expression of Nods in health and disease
Link between innate immunity and adaptive immunity in the pathogenesis of IBD
Innate immunity links genetic susceptibility to IBD and commensal bacteria
Conclusion and implications for therapy of IBD
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