Abstract:We have reviewed the literature on the kallikrein-kinin system in the brain. Highlighted are some of the actions and possible clinical relevance in pain perception, vasogenic brain oedema and Alzheimer's disease.KEY WORDS-KininS, kallikreins, brain, neurodegenerative disorders.
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