Plasma and cerebrospinal fluid beta-endorphin levels show a strong association in children with cerebral malaria

Conclusion: The finding of positive correlation between plasma and CSF β-endorphin levels in this study suggests a possible direct link between plasma and CSF in CM, probably from the disruption of the blood–brain barrier that has been reported in CM.

Source: Journal of Pediatric Neurosciences - February 25, 2019 Category: Neuroscience Authors: Oluwagbemiga O Adeodu Oluwatosin E Olorunmoteni Saheed B A Oseni Efere M Obuotor Source Type: research