| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3964632 | Journal of Reproductive Immunology | 2011 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
In men, the penile urethra is a primary infection site for sexually transmitted pathogens. Research on the immunology of this mucosal site has been limited in part due to sampling challenges, but available evidence indicates that the urethra contains a rich contingent of immunological mediators that can mount vigorous innate and adaptive immune responses against infectious organisms. Further research is needed to define approaches to stimulate immunity at this mucosal site to prevent the transmission of HIV-1 and other sexually transmitted pathogens.
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Authors
Jeffrey Pudney, Deborah Anderson,