Figure 1.

Main cerebral networks involved in the response to stress. ACTH, adrenocorticotrophic hormone; Amy, amygdala; CRF, corticotrophin-releasing factor; 5-HT, serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine); LC, locus coeruleus; MAN, medullary autonomic nuclei; NE, norepinephrine (noradrenaline); NO, nitric oxide; ParaΣ, parasympathetic system; Σ, sympathetic system; RN, raphe nuclei; VP, vasopressin.

Sharshar et al. Critical Care 2005 9:37   doi:10.1186/cc2951
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