| Literature DB >> 29105075 |
Joseph V Raimondo1, Uwe Heinemann2, Marco de Curtis3, Howard P Goodkin4, Chris G Dulla5, Damir Janigro6,7, Akio Ikeda8, Chou-Ching K Lin9, Premysl Jiruska10, Aristea S Galanopoulou11, Christophe Bernard12.
Abstract
In vitro preparations are a powerful tool to explore the mechanisms and processes underlying epileptogenesis and ictogenesis. In this review, we critically review the numerous in vitro methodologies utilized in epilepsy research. We provide support for the inclusion of detailed descriptions of techniques, including often ignored parameters with unpredictable yet significant effects on study reproducibility and outcomes. In addition, we explore how recent developments in brain slice preparation relate to their use as models of epileptic activity. Wiley Periodicals, Inc.Entities:
Keywords: Animal selection and killing; Brain slice preparation; Electrophysiological recording methods; In vitro models of seizures; Recording solution composition
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Year: 2017 PMID: 29105075 PMCID: PMC5679463 DOI: 10.1111/epi.13901
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Epilepsia ISSN: 0013-9580 Impact factor: 5.864