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Manganese Neurotoxicity: A Comprehensive Review of Pathophysiology and Inherited and Acquired Disorders
4 Apr 2025
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Manganese (Mn) is an essential trace element and a cofactor for several key enzymes, such as mitochondrial superoxide dismutase. Consequently, it plays an important defense role against reactive oxygen species. Despite this, Mn chronic overexposure can result in a neurological disorder referred to as manganism, which shares some similarities with Parkinson's disease. Mn levels seem regulated by many transporters...
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