Exploring antioxidant strategies in the pathogenesis of ALS

Autor: Pinilla-González Víctor, Montecinos-Barrientos Benjamin, Martin-Kommer Clemente, Chichiarelli Silvia, Saso Luciano, Rodrigo Ramón
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2024
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Zdroj: Open Life Sciences, Vol 19, Iss 1, Pp 131-7 (2024)
Druh dokumentu: article
ISSN: 2391-5412
DOI: 10.1515/biol-2022-0842
Popis: The central nervous system is essential for maintaining homeostasis and controlling the body’s physiological functions. However, its biochemical characteristics make it highly vulnerable to oxidative damage, which is a common factor in neurodegenerative diseases like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). ALS is a leading cause of motor neuron disease, characterized by a rapidly progressing and incurable condition. ALS often results in death from respiratory failure within 3–5 years from the onset of the first symptoms, underscoring the urgent need to address this medical challenge. The aim of this study is to present available data supporting the role of oxidative stress in the mechanisms underlying ALS and to discuss potential antioxidant therapies currently in development. These therapies aim to improve the quality of life and life expectancy for patients affected by this devastating disease.
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