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rdf:type
lifeskim:mentions
pubmed:issue
8
pubmed:dateCreated
1993-3-22
pubmed:abstractText
The purpose of this review is to provide the anaesthetists with a comprehensive update on the endothelial-cell control of local blood flow. This single cell layer was originally thought to represent only a passive barrier. It is now evident that it plays an active role in a broad variety of biological functions. Since the discovery of the endothelial-derived relaxing factor (EDRF), it has been the subject of a considerable amount of research. It is established that EDRF is secreted continuously at a basal state and that many physical stimuli as well as vasoactive substances can modulate its secretion. Evidence presented indicates that the endogenous vasodilatation produced by EDRF is similar to that of the exogenous nitrovasodilator nitroglycerin and nitroprusside (i.e., nitric oxide). Aside from EDRF, the endothelium produces other vasodilating as well as vasoconstricting factors. A review of the physiology of the endothelium regarding the local control of blood flow is provided along with its influence upon several pathophysiological states. Also included is an overview of the influence of anaesthetic agents on endothelial function. These findings linking vasomotor control to endothelial function will help to explain pathophysiological process and may lead to new therapeutic modalities.
pubmed:commentsCorrections
pubmed:language
eng
pubmed:journal
pubmed:citationSubset
IM
pubmed:chemical
pubmed:status
MEDLINE
pubmed:month
Oct
pubmed:issn
0832-610X
pubmed:author
pubmed:issnType
Print
pubmed:volume
39
pubmed:owner
NLM
pubmed:authorsComplete
Y
pubmed:pagination
838-57
pubmed:dateRevised
2005-11-16
pubmed:meshHeading
pubmed:year
1992
pubmed:articleTitle
Endothelial vasomotor regulation in health and disease.
pubmed:affiliation
Département d'Anesthésie-Réanimation, Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal, Canada.
pubmed:publicationType
Journal Article, Review