G-CSF protects motoneurons against axotomy-induced apoptotic death in neonatal mice

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Granulocyte colony stimulating factor (G-CSF) is a growth factor essential for generation of neutrophilic granulocytes. Apart from this hematopoietic function, we have recently uncovered potent neuroprotective and regenerative proper...

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Main Authors: Pitzer Claudia, Henriques Alexandre, Dupuis Luc, Schneider Armin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-02-01
Series:BMC Neuroscience
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2202/11/25