Scientists discovered a completely new function of the cells that surround nerve fibres: so-called Schwann cells not only attract immune cells to initiate nerve healing but also behave like a “police force” themselves.Among other things, they shut down the immune response in time during the nerve repair process to protect the nerve fibres. The authors hypothesize that similar mechanisms could prevent benign childhood nerve tumours (Neuroblastomas) from growing.
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European Survey on Standards of Care in paediatric oncology centres J. R. Kowalczyk, M. Samardakiewicz, K. Pritchard-Jones, R. Ladenstein, S. Essiaf, E. Fitzgerald, G. Petrarulo, G. Vassal – EJC , Volume 61, pp 11-19
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