Deciphering the functional role of insular cortex stratification in trigeminal neuropathic pain.
J Headache Pain
; 25(1): 76, 2024 May 10.
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ABSTRACT
Trigeminal neuropathic pain (TNP) is a major concern in both dentistry and medicine. The progression from normal to chronic TNP through activation of the insular cortex (IC) is thought to involve several neuroplastic changes in multiple brain regions, resulting in distorted pain perception and associated comorbidities. While the functional changes in the insula are recognized contributors to TNP, the intricate mechanisms underlying the involvement of the insula in TNP processing remain subjects of ongoing investigation. Here, we have overviewed the most recent advancements regarding the functional role of IC in regulating TNP alongside insights into the IC's connectivity with other brain regions implicated in trigeminal pain pathways. In addition, the review examines diverse modulation strategies that target the different parts of the IC, thereby suggesting novel diagnostic and therapeutic management of chronic TNP in the future.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Neuralgia del Trigémino
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Corteza Insular
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Headache Pain
Asunto de la revista:
MEDICINA INTERNA
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NEUROLOGIA
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PSICOFISIOLOGIA
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
Pais de publicación:
Reino Unido