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More Than Nerves: Rethinking NK Pathology

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  • February 24, 2026

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    Neurotrophic keratitis involves corneal nerve loss and limbal stem cell deficiency.

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    Study shows a triad of abnormalities: nerve loss, LESC depletion, immune activation.

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    Immune activation correlated negatively with nerve parameters.

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    rhNGF treatment improved LESC density and reduced DC activation.

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    The study emphasizes a multi-system approach for NK management.

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