Erythropoietin as a novel neuroprotectant

Genc Ş., Koroglu T., Genc K.

RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY AND NEUROSCIENCE, vol.22, no.2, pp.105-119, 2004 (SCI-Expanded) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 22 Issue: 2
  • Publication Date: 2004
  • Journal Name: RESTORATIVE NEUROLOGY AND NEUROSCIENCE
  • Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Page Numbers: pp.105-119
  • Keywords: erythropoietin, neuroprotection, neurodegeneration, apoptosis, signaling pathways, neuroinflammation
  • Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Purpose: To provide an overview of the current knowledge on neuroprotective properties of Erythropoietin (Epo), mechanisms by which Epo produces neuroprotection, and signaling pathways regulated by Epo in the nervous system.