| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6291386 | Experimental Parasitology | 2013 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
⺠LL-37 affects the integrity and growth of Entamoeba trophozoites. ⺠KR-12, KR-20 and KS-30 peptides derived from LL-37 were tested on E. histolytica. ⺠Human cathelicidin-derived peptides affect the viability of Entamoeba histolytica. ⺠Entamoeba histolytica cysteine proteases digest KR-12, KR-20, KS-30 and LL-37. ⺠LL-37 and KR-12, the shortest peptide tested, were less effective against ameba.
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Authors
Rosa Rico-Mata, Luis M. De Leon-Rodriguez, Eva E. Avila,