Chinese Journal of Gastroenterology 2014;(5):312-314

doi:10.3969/j.issn.1008-7125.2014.05.015

Expression and Role of Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor in Intestinal Tract

Shujuan JING ; Shiwei YANG ; Zhi LI ; Junning LIU

Keywords

Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor; Intestinal Sensitivity; Intestinal Motility; Receptor Protein-Tyrosine Kinases

Country

China

Language

Chinese

Abstract

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)is both a neurotrophic substance and a neurotransmitter.BDNF and its receptors are highly expressed in enteric nervous system,intestinal mucosal epithelium and intestinal muscularis, which play an important role in regulating intestinal sensitivity and motility.This article reviewed the expression and role of BDNF in intestinal tract.