demyelinate
Americanverb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of demyelinate
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The continuation of other studies with riliprubart, including another phase 3 trial for chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy, will be evaluated in light of the data, Sanofi said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026
Li noted that previous studies have suggested a role for OPCs in a range of neurodegenerative conditions, including demyelinating disorders such as MS, neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and even psychiatric disorders like schizophrenia.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 14, 2024
In demyelinating diseases like multiple sclerosis, action potential conduction slows because current leaks from previously insulated axon areas.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
Unlike Epstein-Barr, MS, a devastating demyelinating disease of the central nervous system, is relatively rare.
From Scientific American ● Jan. 13, 2022
Its intravenous form is FDA-licensed for six conditions, including primary immunodeficiencies; Kawasaki disease, which causes inflammation in the blood vessels; preventive care after bone marrow transplants; and a neurological condition called chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 20, 2019
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