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Function
Olfactory ensheathing glia (OEG) are radial glia that phagocytose axonal debris as well as bacteria. Studies have shown that OEG may assist in treating Spinal cord injury (SCI) due to their regenerate properties on the peripheral nervous system (PNS).

Clinical Relevance
OEC transplantation has become a possible therapy for spinal cord injuries as well as other neural diseases; however, these cells are not abundant enough within the body to successfully be used as therapy for SCI. Some studies report that preventing OEG inhibition will present a uniform population of cells.

OEG and peptide-modification gum
Other studies have investigated the use of peptide-modification gum with OEG to provide an environment that will allow these cells to survive after transplantation.

Location
Olfactory ensheathing glia are found in the olfactory mucosa and olfactory bulb.