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| Title: |
Oxidative stress and neuroinflammation in Alzheimer's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: Common links and potential therapeutic targets |
| Author: |
Molina Mhatre Robert A. Floyd Kenneth Hensley |
| Appeared in: |
Journal of Alzheimer's disease |
| Paging: | Volume 6 (2004) nr. 2 pages 147-157 |
| Year: |
2004-04-19 |
| Contents: |
Many neurological diseases, including Alzheimer's disease (AD) and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), are now recognized to share atypical inflammatory reactions as a major pathological feature. Neuroinflammation can both be a cause, and a consequence, of chronic oxidative stress. Cytokine-stimulated microglia generate copious amounts of reactive oxygen and reactive nitrogen species, creating a stress upon ambient neurons. Conversely, oxidants can stimulate pro-inflammatory gene transcription in glia, leading to various inflammatory reactions. This review compares literature regarding neuroinflammation in AD and ALS, with special emphasis on roles played by tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNFa) and aberrant arachidonic acid metabolism in the genesis of chronic oxidative conditions. Based on our observations made in the G93A-SOD1 mouse model of ALS, and a body of Alzheimer's disease findings, we hypothesize a prominent pathological role for the TNFa-signaling axis and neuroinflammation in the pathogenesis of both diseases. A discussion is made regarding the relevance of neuroinflammation to potential therapeutic implications for both ALS and AD. |
| Publisher: |
IOS Press |
| Source file: |
Elektronische Wetenschappelijke Tijdschriften |
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