Functional Meningeal Lymphatics and Cerebrospinal Fluid Outflow.

J Neuroimmune Pharmacol

Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Neuroscience, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA.

Published: June 2018

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  • The functional meningeal lymphatic system is essential for the drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
  • This system helps remove waste products, like metabolites and neurotoxins, from the CSF, which can build up in the cervical lymph nodes.
  • The letter emphasizes the importance of meningeal lymphatics in maintaining CSF flow and overall brain health.

Article Abstract

Functional meningeal lymphatic system plays a crucial role in outflow of cerebrospinal fluid. Metabolites and neurotoxins in the cerebrospinal fluid may be excreted via this system and accumulate in the cervical lymph nodes. In this letter, we highlighted the role of functional meningeal lymphatics and cerebrospinal fluid outflow.

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