Adrenergic Receptors

M. Ciccarelli, D. Sorriento, E. Coscioni, G. Iaccarino, G. Santulli

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Abstract

This chapter will review the essential properties of adrenergic receptors in the physiology of cardiac function and in the pathology of cardiovascular disease. Following a systematic overview and a classification of adrenergic receptors, we will discuss the pathophysiological role of the sympathetic nervous system in several conditions including hypertension, heart failure, and metabolism. The chapter is concluded by an updated overview on the pharmacological options available in the clinical scenario to obtain a proper blockade of adrenergic receptors.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationEndocrinology of the Heart in Health and Disease
Subtitle of host publicationIntegrated, Cellular, and Molecular Endocrinology of the Heart
PublisherElsevier Inc.
Pages285-315
Number of pages31
ISBN (Electronic)9780128031124
ISBN (Print)9780128031117
DOIs
StatePublished - 2017
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Adrenergic receptors
  • Alpha blockers
  • Beta blockers
  • Cardiomyocytes
  • Endothelium
  • GRKs
  • Heart failure
  • Hypertension
  • Metabolism
  • Mitochondria
  • Nitroxidative stress
  • ROS
  • Sympathetic nervous system

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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