Neurotrophins and glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor in the ovary: physiological and pathophysiological implications

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Hsun‐Ming Chang · Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Haicui Wu · University of British Columbia

Zhen‐Gao Sun · University of British Columbia

Fang Lian · Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Peter C. K. Leung · Affiliated Hospital of Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Abstract

A comprehensive understanding of the expression, actions and underlying molecular mechanisms of the NT/GDNF system in the human ovary is essential for novel approaches to therapeutic and diagnostic interventions in ovarian diseases and to develop more safe, effective methods of inducing ovulation in ART in the treatment of female infertility.

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Nerve injury and regeneration Reproductive Biology and Fertility Reproductive System and Pregnancy

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Published in: Human Reproduction Update

Volume 25, Issue 2, pp. 224-242

DOI: 10.1093/humupd/dmy047

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Neurotrophins and glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor in the ovary: physiological and pathophysiological implications

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