Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Host-Directed Therapy

A therapeutic approach that focuses on modulating the host's immunity or interfering with cell mechanisms necessary for pathogen function, rather than focusing on pathogens themselves.

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Abstract

A therapeutic approach that focuses on modulating the host's immunity or interfering with cell mechanisms necessary for pathogen function, rather than focusing on pathogens themselves.

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Synonyms

6 entry terms
  • Host Directed Immunotherapy
  • Host Modulating Therapy
  • Host Pathogen Interaction Targeted Therapy
  • Host Targeted Therapy
  • Host-Directed Therapeutic Targeting
  • Host-Targeted Therapeutics

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Aspects Covered

14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

2026

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  1. E02w.534w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Host-Directed Therapy. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D000099204. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D000099204
  2. Host-Directed Therapy. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Host-directed_therapeutics
  3. Host-Directed Therapy. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q48996727