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Understanding and controlling the enteric nervous system.

G E Boeckxstaens1

  • 1Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Academic Medical Center, Meibergdreef 9, 1105 AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Best Practice & Research. Clinical Gastroenterology
|December 11, 2002
PubMed
Summary

New research explores the enteric nervous system (ENS), the gut's "Little Brain." It highlights ENS interactions with gut pacemaker cells, the immune system, and neuronal plasticity, offering insights into gut disorders and potential stem cell therapies.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurogastroenterology
  • Gut-brain axis research
  • Digestive system physiology

Background:

  • The enteric nervous system (ENS), or 'Little Brain,' regulates gut functions like motility, secretion, and sensation.
  • Understanding ENS function is crucial for addressing gastrointestinal disorders.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe recent advancements in understanding the enteric nervous system.
  • To highlight key interactions involving the ENS and their clinical relevance.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current research on ENS function.
  • Focus on ENS interactions with interstitial cells of Cajal and the immune system.
  • Exploration of neuronal plasticity in visceral hypersensitivity.

Main Results:

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  • New insights into the ENS's control of gut motility and secretion.
  • The role of ENS-immune system interactions in functional bowel disorders and post-operative ileus.
  • Evidence for neuronal plasticity contributing to visceral hypersensitivity.

Conclusions:

  • Recent developments enhance our comprehension of the enteric nervous system.
  • These findings may lead to improved methods for managing gut function and related disorders.
  • Stem cell transplantation advancements offer new therapeutic avenues.