Translating Colonic Sensory Afferent Peripheral Mechanosensitivity into the Spinal Cord Dorsal Horn

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Abstract

Sensory afferent signalling from the colon and rectum is relayed into the spinal cord. The spinal cord contains distinct neurocircuits that control in what manner incoming sensory input is conveyed into the brain. The spinal cord is therefore a key relay point shaping how colonic nociceptive stimuli are ultimately perceived. This minireview summarises what is currently known of the spinal cord circuits that receive sensory input from the colon and how they shape colonic nociceptive relay into the brain.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationVisceral Pain
EditorsStuart M. Brierley, Nick J. Spencer
Place of PublicationCham, Switzerland
PublisherSpringer International Publishing
Pages161-181
Number of pages21
ISBN (Electronic)9783031257025
ISBN (Print)9783031257018
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2023

Keywords

  • Colon
  • Nociception and neurocircuits
  • Rectum
  • Spinal cord Dorsal Horn
  • Visceral pain

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