Blood-brain barrier

Definition

A network of blood vessels with closely spaced cells that makes it difficult for potentially toxic substances (such as anticancer drugs) to penetrate the blood vessel walls and enter the brain.

Source

Source: The National Cancer Institute (NCI)


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