neurotrophy

(njʊrˈɒtrəfɪ)

(Physiology) physiol the nutrition, metabolism, and growth of neural tissue

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[5] thought that, through the phosphoinositide 3-kinase/Akt signaling pathway, and prior to the formation of new blood vessels, VEGF played a role in neurotrophy and nerve tissue protection, and could help to prolong the survival of cells.

Impacts of N-Butylphthalide on expression of growth factors in rats with focal cerebral ischemia

Previous studies believed that glial cells play an important role in information processing in the brain and the formed neural network connection together with neurons, and are closely related to neurotransmitter synthesis, uptake, neurotrophy, repair and other functions, may be unique targets for novel strategies in the treatment of major depression.

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