The second part of
the study provides evidence on how these very same neurons are altered during Parkinson’s disease.
In fact, although being defined as a movement disorder, Parkinson’s disease features a number of
degenerative alterations, which often anticipate motor symptoms. Among these, the GI tract is often
involved, and for this reason, it is important to assess its normal and pathological structure. A deeper
knowledge of the ENS is expected to improve the understanding of diagnosis and treatment of
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