The role of the vagus nerve in depression. Ondicova K, Pecenák J, Mravec B. Journal Article 2010; 31(5): 602-608 PubMed PMID: 21173739 Keywords: Animals, Brain:metabolism, Depression:metabolism, Humans, Hypothalamo-Hypophyseal System:metabolism, Neural Pathways:pathology, Neurogenic Inflammation:complications, Neuronal Plasticity, Peripheral Nerves:metabolism, Pituitary-Adrenal System:metabolism, . Citation : The etiopathogenesis of depression is a highly complex process characterized by several neurobiological alterations including decreased ..... Read abstract