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Serum BDNF levels as a potential prognostic marker for functional recovery in stroke: Preliminary findings from a prospective observational study

Serum BDNF levels as a potential prognostic marker for functional recovery in stroke: Preliminary findings from a prospective observational study

Published: February 27, 2026 · Plos.org

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Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) crosses the blood-brain barrier and may serve as a marker of neuroplasticity. This study evaluated whether serum levels of mature BDNF, proBDNF, and matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) can predict functional recovery af…