A Function for a-MSH in Fetal Development and the Presence of an a-MSH-Like Compound in Nervous Tissue

Author(s):  
D. F. Swaab ◽  
M. Visser
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 309-310
Author(s):  
Asser Saint-Val

Featured artwork and accompanying Artist's Statement by Asser Saint-Val described as "A Function for alpha-MSH in fetal development and   the presence of an Alpha-MSH-like compound in nervous tissue", a mixed media on Masonite: using coffee, chocolate, acrylic, watercolor, house painting, and color pencils: 2013.


Author(s):  
Eva Horvath ◽  
Kalman Kovacs ◽  
B. W. Scheithauer ◽  
R. V. Lloyd ◽  
H. S. Smyth

The association of a pituitary adenoma with nervous tissue consisting of neuron-like cells and neuropil is a rare abnormality. In the majority of cases, the pituitary tumor is a chromophobic adenoma, accompanied by acromegaly. Histology reveals widely variable proportions of endocrine and nervous tissue in alternating or intermingled patterns. The lesion is perceived as a composite one consisting of two histogenetically distinct parts. It has been suggested that the neuronal component, morphologically similar to secretory neurons of the hypothalamus, may initiate adenoma formation by releasing stimulatory substances. Immunoreactivity for growth hormone releasing hormone (GRH) in the neuronal component of some cases supported this view, whereas other findings such as consistent lack of growth hormone (GH) cell hyperplasia in the lesions called for alternative explanation.Fifteen tumors consisting of a pituitary adenoma and a neuronal component have been collected over a 20 yr. period. Acromegaly was present in 11 patients, was equivocal in one, and absent in 3.


2005 ◽  
Vol 173 (4S) ◽  
pp. 103-103
Author(s):  
Adam G. Baseman ◽  
Andrew J. Kirsch ◽  
Fray F. Marshall ◽  
Haiyen E. Zhau ◽  
Leland W.K. Chung ◽  
...  

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
B Lüscher ◽  
D Surbek ◽  
P Schneider ◽  
M Baumann

2004 ◽  
Vol 55 (1-4) ◽  
pp. 143-148 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. E. Nieto-Fernandez ◽  
F. Ianuzzi ◽  
Adriana Ruiz ◽  
Lilian Nodimele

Author(s):  
B. Damião ◽  
W. C. Rossi-Junior ◽  
F. D. R. Guerra ◽  
P. P. Marques ◽  
D. A. Nogueira ◽  
...  

Abstract Anabolic substances have been increasingly used by bodybuilders and athletes with the goal of improving performance and aesthetics. However, this practice has caused some concern to physicians and researchers because of unknowledge of consequences that the indiscriminate and illicit use of these substances can cause. Thus, this study analyzed the effects of two commercially available anabolic steroids (AS), Winstrol Depot® (Stanozolol) and Deposteron® (Testosterone Cypionate), in the neuronal density of limbic, motor and sensory regions on the cerebral cortex and in CA1, CA2, CA3 regions of the hippocampus. A total of 60 Swiss mice were used (30 males and 30 females), separated into three groups: control and two experimental groups, which received the AAS. From each brain, homotypic and semi-serial samples were taken in frontal sections from areas established for the study. The results showed that females treated with testosterone cypionate presented a reduction in all regions tested and the ones treated with Stanozolol showed a decrease in some hippocampal areas. Regarding male animals, stanozolol led to a decrease in neuron number in one hippocampal region. These data allow us to conclude that supra-physiological doses of steroids used in this study, can cause considerable damage to nervous tissue with ultrastructural and consequently behavioral impairment. These changes could interfere with the loss of physical yield and performance of athletes and non-athletes and may cause irreparable damage to individuals making irresponsible use of anabolic steroids.


Author(s):  
O. A. Znachkova ◽  
Irina V. Lushnikova ◽  
Galina G. Skibo ◽  
M. Y. Antonenko ◽  
Nana V. Voitenko

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