Small-molecule factor D inhibitors targeting the alternative complement pathway.
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- PubMed: 27775713 
- DOI: 10.1038/nchembio.2208
- Primary Citation of Related Structures:  
5FBI, 5FBE, 5FCK, 5FCR, 5FAH - PubMed Abstract: 
Complement is a key component of the innate immune system, recognizing pathogens and promoting their elimination. Complement component 3 (C3) is the central component of the system. Activation of C3 can be initiated by three distinct routes-the classical ...