Abstract
Transient receptor potential (TRP) receptors expressed by primary sensory neurons mediate thermosensitivity, and may play a role in sensory pathophysiology. We previously reported that human dorsal root ganglion (DRG) sensory neurons co-expressed TRPV1 and TRPV3, and that these were increased in injured human DRG. Related receptors TRPV4, activated by warmth and eicosanoids, and TRPM8, activated by cool and menthol, have been characterised in pre-clinical models. However, the role of TRPs in common clinical sensory neuropathies needs to be established.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 11 |
Journal | BMC Neurology |
Volume | 7 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2007 |
Keywords
- Axons
- Cells, Cultured
- Diabetic Neuropathies
- Gene Expression Regulation
- Humans
- Peripheral Nerve Injuries
- Peripheral Nerves
- Reference Values
- TRPM Cation Channels
- TRPV Cation Channels