Research
Brain's 'cleanup' molecule could aid recovery after stroke
The Brief
- A naturally occurring molecule helps the brain clear away damaged blood cells.
- Research led by University of Manchester scientists suggests the molecule could open the door to new treatments for one of the deadliest forms of stroke.
- The source reports the finding as a possible direction for treatment and does not describe clinical testing.
Why it matters
The research points to a possible new treatment target for a severe form of stroke and recovery after it, but the source does not report clinical trials.
Who’s affected
- stroke researchers
- clinicians who treat stroke patients
- #stroke
- #neuroscience
- #brain
- #stroke recovery
- #blood cells
A naturally occurring molecule that helps the brain clear away damaged blood cells could open the door to new treatments for one of the deadliest forms of stroke, research led by University of Manchester scientists suggests.