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[Platelets and migraine].

H Ollat1, J M Gurruchaga

  • 1Association pour la Neuro-Psycho-Pharmacologie, Paris, France.

Pathologie-Biologie
|April 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary
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Migraine patients show inconsistent platelet anomalies, suggesting these issues may be consequences, not causes, of headaches. Further research is needed to understand their origin and significance in migraine pathophysiology.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Hematology
  • Biochemistry

Context:

  • Platelet function anomalies, including hyperreactivity and serotonin metabolism disorders, have been observed in migraine patients.
  • These platelet alterations have been proposed as potential causative factors in migraine attacks.

Purpose:

  • To critically review the literature on platelet function in migraine.
  • To determine whether observed platelet disorders are causes or consequences of migraine headaches.
  • To explore the potential links between platelet dysfunction and other neurological conditions.

Summary:

  • Literature review indicates that platelet anomalies in migraine are inconsistent.
  • These disorders are more likely consequences of migraine than primary causes, though they may contribute to the headache's pathophysiology.

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  • The origin (plasma factors vs. platelet anomalies) and significance (link to transient ischemic attacks or central serotonin dysfunction) of these platelet disorders remain unclear.

    • Impact:

    • This review prompts a re-evaluation of the role of platelets in migraine pathogenesis.
    • Highlights the need for further investigation into the source and clinical relevance of platelet dysfunction in migraineurs.
    • Raises important questions regarding potential connections to other cerebrovascular and neurotransmitter-related disorders.