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  Cannabinoid CB1 and CB2 receptors and fatty acid amide hydrolase are specific markers of plaque cell subtypes in human multiple sclerosis

summary: This study on brain tissue samples found that cannabinoid receptors may play a role in the development of multiple sclerosis as they were found to be widely present within the areas of demyelination.

authors: Benito C, Romero JP, Tolon RM, Clemente D, Docagne F, Hillard CJ, Guaza C, Romero J.

source: J Neurosci. 2007 Feb 28;27(9):2396-402.

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