| Literature DB >> 20021343 |
Olivia Bibollet-Bahena1, Qiao-Ling Cui, Guillermina Almazan.
Abstract
The insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) is a pleiotropic factor. Many studies have revealed its importance in the development and maintenance of the central nervous system (CNS). This review will discuss the IGF-1 axis, from the factor itself to the signalling pathways it activates, and its tight regulation. Particular focus will be brought on potential therapeutic targets of the IGF-1 axis in CNS disorders, including brain tumours and neurodegenerative diseases affecting neurons and oligodendrocytes.Entities:
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Year: 2009 PMID: 20021343 DOI: 10.2174/187152409788452108
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Cent Nerv Syst Agents Med Chem ISSN: 1871-5249