Cathelicidins: Opportunities and Challenges in Skin Therapeutics and Clinical Translation

    December 2024 in “ Antibiotics ”
    Lenka Dzurová, Edita Holásková, Hana Pospíšilová … Jitka Frébortová
    Studysummary This review discusses the potential of cathelicidins in treating skin conditions but highlights significant challenges, including unclear clinical efficacy, safety concerns, and bacterial resistance, that must be addressed for successful medical application.
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