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 language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Endocrinology of the Heart in Health and Disease |
Subtitle of host publication | Integrated, Cellular, and Molecular Endocrinology of the Heart |
Publisher | Elsevier Inc. |
Pages | 285-315 |
Number of pages | 31 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780128031124 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780128031117 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2017 |
Externally published | Yes |
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