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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER
Volume 26, Issue 5, Pages 833-838Publisher
LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS & WILKINS
DOI: 10.1097/IGC.0000000000000697
Keywords
Mesothelium; MHC; Peritoneum; T cell; Engulf; Inflammation
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- St George's, University of London
- Medical Research Council [MR/K019732/2, MR/K019732/1] Funding Source: researchfish
- MRC [MR/K019732/2] Funding Source: UKRI
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Mesothelial cells lining the peritoneal cavity are strategically positioned to respond to and counter intraperitoneal infections, cancer cells, and other challenges. We have investigated human peritoneal mesothelial cells (HPMCs) for phagocytic activity, expression of surface Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) class II and accessory molecules involved in antigen presentation, and the ability to present recall antigens to T cells. Phagocytosis of dextran, latex beads, and Escherichia coli was observed by flow cytometry, and internalization was visualized using confocal and electron microscopy. Flow cytometry and/or cellular enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay showed constitutive expression of ICAM-1, LFA-3, and B7-1, but not B7-2 or MHC class II. Interferon-gamma induced MHC II and ICAM-1 expression in a dose-and time-dependent manner. Importantly, HPMCs induced autologous CD3(+) T-lymphocyte proliferation (H-3 incorporation) after pulse with recall antigen. Human peritoneal mesothelial cells equipped with phagocytic and antigen-presenting machinery are anticipated to have an integral role in intraperitoneal immune surveillance.
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