The role of B lymphocyte stimulator (BLyS) in systemic lupus erythematosus
Open Access
- 1 May 2009
- journal article
- review article
- Published by American Society for Clinical Investigation in JCI Insight
- Vol. 119 (5), 1066-1073
- https://doi.org/10.1172/jci38010
Abstract
SLE, a chronic, multisystem autoimmune disorder with a broad range of symptoms, involves defective B cell selection and elimination of self-reactive B cells. B lymphocyte stimulator (BLyS), a soluble ligand of the TNF cytokine family, is a prominent factor in B cell differentiation, homeostasis, and selection. BLyS levels affect survival signals and selective apoptosis of autoantibody-producing B cells. High levels of BLyS may relax B cell selection and contribute to autoantibody production, exacerbating the SLE disease state. This review discusses the mechanism of BLyS action on B cells, its role in SLE, and specific targeting of BLyS in the treatment of SLE.This publication has 107 references indexed in Scilit:
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