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Protease activated receptor-2 as an imperative target in nociceptive responses: A minireview
Abstract: PARs (protease-activated receptors) are a family of seven-transmembrane G-protein coupled receptor for proteases from circulation, inflammatory cells and endothelial tissues. To date, four members of PAR family have been cloned, namely PAR1 to PAR4. This minireview focuses on role of PAR2 receptor in inflammatory and nociceptive processes. Numerous studies documented for activation of PAR2 receptors through several proteases suggests its role in pain and inflammation. However, mechanism of PAR2 underlying …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 8–13 Read article