Researchers investigated activated human t cells, b cells, and monocytes produce brain-derived neurotrophic factor in vitro and in inflammatory brain lesions: a neuroprotective role of inflammation? to clarify factors contributing to multiple sclerosis. Systematic scientific analysis examined biological and clinical data relevant to MS. Key results identified previously unrecognized mechanisms underlying MS. Understanding these mechanisms suggests new therapeutic intervention approaches. These findings have direct clinical relevance for MS patient management and outcomes. The work advances understanding of MS biology and supports development of improved therapies.
Activated Human T Cells, B Cells, and Monocytes Produce Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor In Vitro and in Inflammatory Brain Lesions: A Neuroprotective Role of Inflammation?
Martin Kerschensteiner, Eike Gallmeier, Lüder Behrens, Vivian Vargas Leal, Thomas Misgeld, Wolfgang E.F. Klinkert, Roland Kolbeck, Edmund Hoppe, Rosa-Laura Oropeza-Wekerle, Ilse Bartke, Christine Stadelmann, Hans Lassmann, Hartmut Wekerle, Reinhard Hohlfeld
November 2005
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