Role of Serum Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor as a Biomarker of Chronic Pain in Older Adults

Serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) has emerged as a promising biomarker for chronic pain (CP) research and treatment. Yet, most human studies have been limited by small sample sizes, inadequate control of confounders and a lack of focus on sex and mental health differences.

Bibliographic Details
Authors: Ortolá, R, Sotos-Prieto, M, Carballo-Casla, A, Cabello-Plan, S, Koni, Aida, Mustieles, V, García-Segura, L M, Artalejo, A R, Rodríguez-Artalejo, F, García-Esquinas, E
Format: article
Status:Published version
Publication Date:2025
Country:España
Institution:Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas (CSIC)
Repository:DIGITAL.CSIC. Repositorio Institucional del CSIC
OAI Identifier:oai:digital.csic.es:10261/407822
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10261/407822
https://api.elsevier.com/content/abstract/scopus_id/105002594963
Access Level:Open access
Keyword:http://metadata.un.org/sdg/3
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages
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Summary:Serum brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) has emerged as a promising biomarker for chronic pain (CP) research and treatment. Yet, most human studies have been limited by small sample sizes, inadequate control of confounders and a lack of focus on sex and mental health differences.