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Scheme showing various actions of ghrelin and their possible clinical importance. Ghrelin seems to be of benefit in suppressing inflammation and sepsis; protects against ischemia/reperfusion-induced myocardial damage; protects lungs from sepsis-induced damage, enhances appetite, relieves depression and enhances learning and memory. GH: growth hormone; CNS: central nervous system.
