Microglia: Immune Network in the CNS
- 1 September 1990
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wiley in Brain Pathology
- Vol. 1 (1) , 2-5
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1750-3639.1990.tb00630.x
Abstract
In recent years much progress has been made toward a better understanding of the nature and function of microglial cells. This review summarizes new developments and attempts to provide a perspective for future avenues to take in microglial research. Microglia are considered to play an active role in a variety of neurological diseases. Their function in forming a network of immune competent cells within the CNS is discussed.Keywords
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