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Immune complex handling in transplantation: central roles for complement factor H, animal models, and translational implications

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  • Richard J. Quigg

  • Jessy J. Alexander

  • June 15, 2026

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    Immune complexes (ICs) are crucial regulators of graft injury in solid organ transplantation, influencing both formation and clearance.

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    Complement factor H (CFH) is a key regulator that modulates complement amplification and directs ICs towards non-inflammatory clearance pathways.

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    The pathogenic impact of ICs in transplantation is determined by their generation, clearance efficiency, and the dynamics of complement activation.

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    Emerging complement-targeted therapies may significantly reshape transplant immunology by addressing the complexities of IC handling.

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    A systems-level understanding of IC biology is essential for improving transplant outcomes and addressing antibody-mediated rejection.

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Immune complex handling in transplantation: central roles for complement factor H, animal models, and translational implications

  • by Richard J. Quigg, Jessy J. Alexander

  • June 15, 2026

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