Therapeutic Effects of Stimulating the Melanocortin Pathway in Regulating Ocular Inflammation and Cell Death

oleh: Shudan Wang, Francesca Kahale, Amirreza Naderi, Pier Luigi Surico, Jia Yin, Thomas Dohlman, Yihe Chen, Reza Dana

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: MDPI AG 2024-01-01

Deskripsi

Alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) and its binding receptors (the melanocortin receptors) play important roles in maintaining ocular tissue integrity and immune homeostasis. Particularly extensive studies have demonstrated the biological functions of α-MSH in both immunoregulation and cyto-protection. This review summarizes the current knowledge of both the physiological and pathological roles of α-MSH and its receptors in the eye. We focus on recent developments in the biology of α-MSH and the relevant clinical implications in treating ocular diseases.