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Neuroprotective

Meaning

Neuroprotective describes the capacity of a substance, intervention, or process to prevent neuronal cell damage, degeneration, or death, thereby preserving the structural integrity and functional capacity of the central and peripheral nervous systems. This protective effect is clinically important for mitigating the progression of age-related cognitive decline and neurodegenerative disorders. Neuroprotection aims to maintain the complex network of neuronal communication and plasticity essential for long-term brain health.