Microglia depletion/repopulation does not affect light-induced retinal degeneration in mice

Reactive microglia are a hallmark of age-related retinal degenerative diseases including age-related macular degeneration (AMD). These cells are capable of secreting neurotoxic substances that may aggravate inflammation that leads to loss of photoreceptors and impaired vision. Despite their role in...

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Main Authors: Nils Laudenberg, Urbanus Muthai Kinuthia, Thomas Langmann
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-01-01
Series:Frontiers in Immunology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2023.1345382/full