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Review Historical Article
[Oligodendrocytes have a key role in the development of CNS function and in myelin related diseases].
- E S Anderson and C Bjartmar.
- Institutionen för biomedicin och kirurgi, Hälso-universitetet, Linköping. emman@ibk.liu.se
- Lakartidningen. 2000 Jul 12; 97 (28-29): 3265-8.
AbstractOligodendrocytes provide CNS axons with myelin sheaths through processes of various lengths. The lipid-rich myelin insulates axons electrically, which increases conduction velocity. In addition, oligodendrocytes have trophic effects on axons. During development immature oligodendrocytes undergo controlled migration, proliferation and differentiation, influenced by various growth factors and axons. A number of genetically manipulated animal models have provided insights regarding myelination and the function of myelin components. Current research on myelin related diseases, i.e. multiple sclerosis, focus on novel strategies for remyelination through transplantation of myelinating cells or stimulation of endogenous oligodendrocytes.
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