Expression of Langerhans cells, dermal dendritic cells, and plasmacytoid dendritic cells in early stage mycosis fungoides: a case–control study

ConclusionA possible role is played by LCs, DDCs, and pDCs in the pathogenesis of MF. However, whether the DCs appeared in reaction to tumor cells to antagonize their progression or to be a source for chronic antigenic stimulation resulting in the immune escape of tumor cells and perpetuation of the disease needs more clarification.
Source: Journal of the Egyptian Women’s Dermatologic Society - Category: Dermatology Tags: Original articles Source Type: research