Hepatic Ketogenesis Induced by Middle Cerebral Artery Occlusion in Mice [Stroke]

ConclusionsWe conclude that brain ischemia induces the formation of β‐hydroxybutyrate (ketogenesis) in the liver and the consumption of β‐hydroxybutyrate in the brain. This effect seems to be mediated by β‐adrenergic receptors.

Source: JAHA:Journal of the American Heart Association - April 5, 2017 Category: Cardiology Authors: Koch, K., Berressem, D., Konietzka, J., Thinnes, A., Eckert, G. P., Klein, J. Tags: Ischemia, Metabolism, Cerebrovascular Disease/Stroke, Ischemic Stroke Original Research Source Type: research