Aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials

This review explores the pivotal role of the blood-brain barrier (BBB) in maintaining central nervous system (CNS) homeostasis and its dynamic involvement in the pathogenesis of cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), i.e., the major precursor of age-related neurodegenerative diseases such as vascular...

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Main Authors: Zul Ramli, Sayyidah Maryamul Azra’, Abdul Hamid, Hafizah, Che Mohd Nassir, Che Mohd Nasril, A Rahaman, Siti Nurulnabila, Mehat, Muhammad Zulfadli, Kumar, Jaya, Lee, Si-Yuen, Mustapha, Muzaimi
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Published: OAE Publishing Inc. 2024
Online Access:http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/115758/
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author Zul Ramli, Sayyidah Maryamul Azra’
Abdul Hamid, Hafizah
Che Mohd Nassir, Che Mohd Nasril
A Rahaman, Siti Nurulnabila
Mehat, Muhammad Zulfadli
Kumar, Jaya
Lee, Si-Yuen
Mustapha, Muzaimi
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Abdul Hamid, Hafizah
Che Mohd Nassir, Che Mohd Nasril
A Rahaman, Siti Nurulnabila
Mehat, Muhammad Zulfadli
Kumar, Jaya
Lee, Si-Yuen
Mustapha, Muzaimi
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description This review explores the pivotal role of the blood-brain barrier (BBB) in maintaining central nervous system (CNS) homeostasis and its dynamic involvement in the pathogenesis of cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), i.e., the major precursor of age-related neurodegenerative diseases such as vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. It underscores the BBB as a critical physiological boundary that regulates the exchange between the bloodstream and the cerebral milieu through a complex and dynamic interface composed of endothelial cells, astrocyte endfeet, and pericytes. The integrity of this barrier is paramount for neural function, shielding the brain from toxicants and pathogens while facilitating the transport of essential nutrients. Nevertheless, BBB dysfunction is recognized as a lead in the pathogenesis of neurodegeneration including CSVD, emphasizing the need for focused research on maintaining or restoring BBB function. This review highlights recent advancements in our understanding of BBB dynamics in both health and disease states, its involvement in CSVD pathomechanisms, and the challenges and future directions of translational research and emerging technologies. The review advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to uncover the complexity of BBB dysfunction in CSVD, as well as insights into potential therapeutic targets aimed at preserving BBB integrity, thereby minimizing its impact given the notable world’s aging demographics.
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spelling upm-1157582025-03-11T07:53:43Z http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/115758/ Aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials Zul Ramli, Sayyidah Maryamul Azra’ Abdul Hamid, Hafizah Che Mohd Nassir, Che Mohd Nasril A Rahaman, Siti Nurulnabila Mehat, Muhammad Zulfadli Kumar, Jaya Lee, Si-Yuen Mustapha, Muzaimi This review explores the pivotal role of the blood-brain barrier (BBB) in maintaining central nervous system (CNS) homeostasis and its dynamic involvement in the pathogenesis of cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD), i.e., the major precursor of age-related neurodegenerative diseases such as vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. It underscores the BBB as a critical physiological boundary that regulates the exchange between the bloodstream and the cerebral milieu through a complex and dynamic interface composed of endothelial cells, astrocyte endfeet, and pericytes. The integrity of this barrier is paramount for neural function, shielding the brain from toxicants and pathogens while facilitating the transport of essential nutrients. Nevertheless, BBB dysfunction is recognized as a lead in the pathogenesis of neurodegeneration including CSVD, emphasizing the need for focused research on maintaining or restoring BBB function. This review highlights recent advancements in our understanding of BBB dynamics in both health and disease states, its involvement in CSVD pathomechanisms, and the challenges and future directions of translational research and emerging technologies. The review advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to uncover the complexity of BBB dysfunction in CSVD, as well as insights into potential therapeutic targets aimed at preserving BBB integrity, thereby minimizing its impact given the notable world’s aging demographics. OAE Publishing Inc. 2024 Article PeerReviewed text en http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/115758/1/115758.pdf Zul Ramli, Sayyidah Maryamul Azra’ and Abdul Hamid, Hafizah and Che Mohd Nassir, Che Mohd Nasril and A Rahaman, Siti Nurulnabila and Mehat, Muhammad Zulfadli and Kumar, Jaya and Lee, Si-Yuen and Mustapha, Muzaimi (2024) Aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials. Vessel Plus, 8. art. no. 30. pp. 1-28. ISSN 2574-1209 https://www.oaepublish.com/articles/2574-1209.2024.22 10.20517/2574-1209.2024.22
spellingShingle Zul Ramli, Sayyidah Maryamul Azra’
Abdul Hamid, Hafizah
Che Mohd Nassir, Che Mohd Nasril
A Rahaman, Siti Nurulnabila
Mehat, Muhammad Zulfadli
Kumar, Jaya
Lee, Si-Yuen
Mustapha, Muzaimi
Aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials
title Aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials
title_full Aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials
title_fullStr Aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials
title_full_unstemmed Aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials
title_short Aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials
title_sort aberrant blood brain barrier dynamics in cerebral small vessel disease - a review of associations, pathomechanisms and therapeutic potentials
url http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/115758/
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