Evidence that the neurotrophic actions of alpha-MSH may derive from its ability to mimick the actions of a peptide formed in degenerating nerve stumps.

Edwards, P M

Evidence that the neurotrophic actions of alpha-MSH may derive from its ability to mimick the actions of a peptide formed in degenerating nerve stumps. [electronic resource] - Journal of the neurological sciences Jun 1984 - 333-40 p. digital

Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

0022-510X

10.1016/0022-510x(84)90181-3 doi


Animals
Electrophoresis, Polyacrylamide Gel
Female
Intermediate Filament Proteins--physiology
Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormones--physiology
Motor Neurons--physiology
Nerve Degeneration
Nerve Growth Factors
Nerve Regeneration
Nerve Tissue Proteins--physiology
Neurofilament Proteins
Peptides--physiology
Rats
Rats, Inbred Strains
Sciatic Nerve--physiology
Sensation--physiology