The Role of Glia in the Formation and Function of the Blood–Brain Barrier
This chapter describes the structure and function of the blood-brain barrier (BBB) represented by brain capillary endothelial cells. Special attention is given to the influence of astrocytes and astrocytic factors. Ontogenetic development and pathological aspects of the BBB are considered.
Keywords: glial cells, BBB, astrocytes, endothelial cells, ontogenic development
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