Oxytocin Signaling Pathway: From Cell Biology To Clinical Implications.

CONCLUSION: Emerging evidence indicates the involvement of OT system in several pathophysiological mechanisms influencing brain anatomy, cognition, language, sense of safety and trust and maternal behavior, with a possible use of exogenous administered OT in the treatment of specific neuro-psychiatric conditions. Furthermore, it modulates pancreatic β-cell responsiveness and lipid metabolism leading to possible therapeutic use in diabetic and dyslipidemic patients and for limiting and even reversing atherosclerotic lesions.
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Source: Endocrine, Metabolic and Immune Disorders Drug Targets - May 18, 2020 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Iovino M, Messana T, Tortora A, Giusti C, Lisco G, Giagulli VA, Guastamacchia E, De Pergola G, Triggiani V Tags: Endocr Metab Immune Disord Drug Targets Source Type: research