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Review
. 2023 Oct-Dec;13(4):161-164.
doi: 10.4103/2045-9912.372663.

A narrative review of methane in treating neurological diseases

Zhou-Heng Ye  1 , Dan-Feng Fan  2 , Tian-Yi Zhang  3
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Review

A narrative review of methane in treating neurological diseases

Zhou-Heng Ye et al. Med Gas Res. 2023 Oct-Dec.

Abstract

Methane has shown protective effects on a variety of diseases. Among these, neurological diseases have attracted much attention. However, there are many different indicators and application methods of methane in the treatment of neurological diseases. In this review, we summarize the indicators related to the protective effects of methane and evaluate the preparation and administration of methane. Thus, we hope to offer available indicators and effective ways to produce and administer methane in future research.

Keywords: administration; indicators; intrathecal injection; methane; neurology; preparation; protection; treatment.

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