The Plasticity of the Innervation of the Urogenital System
A special issue of International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067). This special issue belongs to the section "Molecular Neurobiology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2024 | Viewed by 971
Special Issue Editor
Interests: neuron; veterinary medicine; neuroscience; immunohistochemistry; immunofluorescence Inflammation; immunocytochemistry; immunohistochemical staining; antibodies; neurology
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Dear Colleagues,
The urogenital system is innervated by a complex network of nerves that regulate a variety of functions, including bladder control, sexual function, and reproductive processes. These nerves are influenced by a variety of factors, including hormonal changes, mechanical stress, inflammation, and neurotrophic factors. This innervation is critical for the proper functioning of the system, and disruptions or damage to the nerves can lead to a range of urogenital disorders and conditions.
The plasticity of the innervation of the urogenital tract refers to the ability of the nerves in the urogenital system to adapt and change in response to various stimuli and conditions. This plasticity helps to maintain the proper function of the urogenital system in the face of changing physiological and environmental demands, by allowing the nerves to respond to changes in hormone levels, tissue damage, inflammation, and other stimuli that can affect urogenital function. For example, in response to injury or inflammation, the nerves may release different neurotransmitters or alter their firing patterns to compensate for the damage and maintain proper function. This plasticity is important for normal physiological functioning, as well as for the development of certain pathologies.
Research in this field is ongoing, and there is still much to be learned about the mechanisms underlying the plasticity of the innervation of the urogenital tract. However, understanding this plasticity may provide new insights into the pathophysiology of urogenital disorders and may lead to the development of new therapies for these conditions.
Prof. Dr. Zenon Pidsudko
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- neuronal plasticity
- urogenital tract
- innervation
- nerve growth factors
- neuropeptides
- neurotrophins
- nerve injury
- nerve regeneration
- pelvic nerves
- autonomic nervous system
- smooth muscle dysfunction
- bladder hyperactivity
- erectile dysfunction
- vaginal atrophy
- neuromodulation
