Abstract
Endothelin-1, a potent endothelium-derived 21-amino acid vasoconstrictor peptide was only discovered relatively recently. Antagonism of its actions may provide an important new approach to the modulation of cardiac and vascular function.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 360-4 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | British journal of hospital medicine |
Volume | 56 |
Issue number | 7 |
Publication status | Published - 2 Oct 1996 |
Keywords
- Animals
- Cardiovascular Diseases
- Endothelin Receptor Antagonists
- Endothelin-1
- Endothelins
- Humans
- Renal Insufficiency