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Microglia polarization after ischemic stroke. M1 microglia produce pro-inflammatory cytokines to exacerbate neural death, astrocyte apoptosis, and blood brain barrier (BBB) disruption. Conversely, M2 microglia produce anti-inflammatory cytokines to maintain BBB integrity, promote the proliferation and differentiation of neural cells and tissue repair.
