Marinesco Bodies and Substantia Nigra Neuron Density in Parkinson's Disease

ConclusionsWhile findings confirm that MB frequency is low in PD, declines in MB frequency continue with PD duration. The extent to which MB have a distinct relationship with PD warrants clarification. Further studies of MB could be important in understanding PD processes.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

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Source: Neuropathology and Applied Neurobiology - June 1, 2017 Category: Neurology Authors: Robert D. Abbott, James S. Nelson, G. Webster Ross, Jane H. Uyehara ‐Lock, Caroline M. Tanner, Kamal H. Masaki, Lenore J. Launer, Lon R. White, Helen Petrovitch Tags: Original Article Source Type: research