The TGFβ/Notch axis facilitates Müller cell-to-epithelial transition to ultimately form a chronic glial scar

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BACKGROUND: Contrasting with zebrafish, retinal regeneration from Müller cells (MCs) is largely limited in mammals, where they undergo reactive gliosis that consist of a hypertrophic response and ultimately results in vision loss. Transforming growth factor β (TGFβ) is essential for wound healing, including both scar formation and regeneration. However, targeting TGFβ may affect other physiological mechanisms,...

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