The role of central endogenous opioid system in the regulation of gastric mucosal integrity
Z Zádori, N Shujaa, A Rónai, K Gyires · Zeitschrift für Gastroenterologie · 2008 · Heft 05
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Background: The entire pathogenesis of peptic ulcers has not been clarified yet. Besides the essential role of hydrochloric acid and pepsin impairment of mucosal defensive factors also plays an important role in the development of ulcer disease. Augmentation of mucosal resistance can be induced through both peripheral and central mechanisms. Several neuropeptides, e.g. TRH or amylin have been demonstrated to induce gastroprotection after central administration. Our previous results indicated that activation of central α2-adrenoceptors induces gastroprotective effect and opioid component (namely β-endorphin) was…