Some Aspects on the Anatomy and Function of Central Cholecystokinin Systems
2002
Abstract: The distribution of some cholecystokinin (CCK) systems in the rat brain is reviewed focusing on mesencephalic dopamine neurones which coexpress CCK and, in particular, on cortico-striatal CCK neurones which probably have glutamate as their co-transmitter. Functional studies based on the effect of several CCKB antagonists on phencyclidine-induced motility suggest that CCK is involved in locomotor behaviour causing inhibition in phencyclidine-treated habituated rats. In contrast, in unhabituated rats CCK stimulates exploratory behaviour. These effects may be related to the cortico-striatal CCK/glutamatergic pathway. Moreover, these studies provide evidence for endogenous release of a neuropeptide with behavioural consequences.
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