The Role of Ghrelin in Neuroprotection after Ischemic Brain Injury

The Role of Ghrelin in Neuroprotection after Ischemic Brain Injury

Ghrelin, a gastrointestinal peptide with a major role in regulating feeding and metabolism, has recently been investigated for its neuroprotective effects. In this review we discuss pre-clinical evidence suggesting ghrelin may be a useful therapeutic in protecting the brain against injury after isch...

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Main Authors: Zane B. Andrews, Alyson A. Miller, Sarah J. Spencer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2013-03-01
Series:Brain Sciences
Subjects:
ghrelin
neurodegeneration
apoptosis
inflammation
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-3425/3/1/344

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