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The Anatomy and Pathology of the Neuromuscular Junction

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Knowledge of the structure of the neuromuscular junction is essential for an understanding of the processes of transmission and the interrelationship between the nervous system and striated muscle. Correlation between morphological, physiological, pharmacological and biophysical research in experimental and clinical conditions has contributed fruitfully to present knowledge.

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Bowden, R.E.M., Duchen, L.W. (1976). The Anatomy and Pathology of the Neuromuscular Junction. In: Zaimis, E., Maclagan, J. (eds) Neuromuscular Junction. Handbuch der experimentellen Pharmakologie / Handbook of Experimental Pharmacology, vol 42. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-45476-9_2

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