What does OEC stand for?

Olfactory Ensheathing Cell

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Samples in periodicals archive:

A unique cell within the olfactory system is a specialized glial cell called the olfactory ensheathing cell (OEC).

Potential of olfactory ensheathing cells for cell-based therapy in ...

This is because, unlike most cells in the body, the olfactory ensheathing cells (OEC) continue to regenerate.

NEW RESEARCH COULD CHANGE THE LIVES OF PEOPLE HIT BY SPINAL INJURY

Olfactory ensheathing cells (OECs) are specialized glial cells found in nerves and brain tissue associated with the sense of smell.

"Permanent" injuries may have a cure

Several groups worldwide have carried out experiments on rats with olfactory ensheathing cells, which connect the lining of the nose with the brain to transmit smell messages and some have proved highly successful.

Nose job for spinal cords