Do Neural Cells Communicate with Endothelial Cells via Secretory Exosomes and Microvesicles?

Do Neural Cells Communicate with Endothelial Cells via Secretory Exosomes and Microvesicles? Cardiovasc Psychiatry Neurol. 2009;2009:383086 Authors: Smalheiser NR Abstract Neurons, glial, cells, and brain tumor cells tissues release small vesicles (secretory exosomes and microvesicles), which may represent a novel mechanism by which neuronal activity could influence angiogenesis within the embryonic and mature brain. If CNS-derived vesicles can enter the bloodstream as well, they may communicate with endothelial cells in the peripheral circulation and with cells concerned with immune surveillance. PMID: 20029619 [PubMed]
Source: Cardiovascular Psychiatry and Neurology - Category: Psychiatry Tags: Cardiovasc Psychiatry Neurol Source Type: research