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2024 Aug 09


Anesthesiology


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Neuropeptide Y Y2 Receptors in Sensory Neurons Tonically Suppress Nociception and Itch but Facilitate Postsurgical and Neuropathic Pain Hypersensitivity.

Authors

Basu P, Maddula A, Nelson TS, Prasoon P, Winter MK, Herzog H, McCarson KE, Taylor BK

Abstract

Neuropeptide Y (NPY) Y2 receptor (Y2) antagonist BIIE0246 can both inhibit and facilitate nociception. We hypothesized that Y2 function depends on inflammation or nerve injury status.