The Multifaceted Responses of Primary Human Astrocytes and Brain Microvascular Endothelial Cells to the Lyme Disease Spirochete

• Published in: ASN neuro Vol. 5
• Main Authors: Catherine A. Brissette, Eric D. Kees, Margaret M. Burke, Robert A. Gaultney, Angela M. Floden, John A. Watt
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Taylor & Francis 01.07.2013

The vector-borne pathogen, Borrelia burgdorferi , causes a multi-system disorder including neurological complications. These neurological disorders, collectively termed neuroborreliosis, can occur in up to 15% of untreated patients. The neurological symptoms are probably a result of a glial-driven,...