| Literature DB >> 25218018 |
Sara Baldassano1, Antonella Amato2.
Abstract
Glucagon-like peptide 2 [GLP-2] is a 33-amino acid peptide released from the mucosal enteroendocrine L-cells of the intestine. The actions of GLP-2 are transduced by the GLP-2 receptor [GLP-2R], which is localized in the neurons of the enteric nervous system but not in the intestinal epithelium, indicating an indirect mechanism of action. GLP-2 is well known for its trophic role within the intestine and interest in GLP-2 is now reviving based on the approval of the GLP-2R agonist for treatment of short bowel syndrome [SBS]. Recently it also seems to be involved in glucose homeostasis. The aim of this review is to outline the importance of neuroendocrine peptides, specifically of GLP-2 in the enteric modulation of the gastrointestinal function and to focus on new works in order to present an innovative picture of GLP-2.Entities:
Keywords: GLP-2; GLP-2 receptor; The enteric nervous system; The gastrointestinal tract
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Year: 2014 PMID： 25218018 DOI： 10.1016/j.regpep.2014.09.002
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Regul Pept ISSN： 0167-0115