The effect of neutrophil extracellular traps in venous thrombosis

Neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) as special release products of neutrophils have received extensive attention. They are composed of decondensed chromatin and coated with nucleoproteins, including histones and some granulosa proteins. NETs can form a network structure to effectively capture and eliminate pathogens and prevent their spread. Not only that, recent studies have shown that NETs also play an important role in venous thrombosis. This review provides the most important updated evidence regarding the mechanism of NETs formation and the role of NETs in the process of venous thrombosis. The potential prophylactic and therapeutic value of NETs in venous thrombotic disease will also be discussed.

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Neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) are special release products of neutrophils, composed of decondensed chromatin and coated with nucleoproteins. They can form a network structure to effectively capture and eliminate pathogens, and recent studies have shown their role in venous thrombosis. This review provides updated evidence on the mechanism of NETs formation and their role in venous thrombosis, discussing their potential prophylactic and therapeutic value in venous thrombotic disease.