Tetrahydrobiopterin: a vascular redox target to improve endothelial function.

abstract：:Urocortin comprises a group of endogenously produced peptide hormones that belong to the corticotropinreleasing factor (CRF) family with promising future as potential drugs for the treatment of heart disease. Members of the urocortin family are known to act as potent regulators of cardiac and vascular functions, throu...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Díaz I,Smani T

更新日期：2013-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Bladder outlet obstruction (BOO) is a common disorder that is associated with urinary tract symptoms. Nitric oxide (NO), synthesized by NO synthase (NOS) is a potent vasodilator that is present throughout the urinary tract and the corpus cavernosum. Endothelin-1 (ET-1) conversely is a potent vasoconstrictor peptide th...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Khan MA,Thompson CS,Dashwood MR,Mumtaz FH,Morgan RJ,Mikhailidis DP

更新日期：2003-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Visfatin is highly expressed in adipose tissue (mainly by the stromal cells), but it is also ubiquitously present in most tissues. Visfatin, which plays a role in nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) biosynthesis, has been implicated in inflammatory states. Controversial results exist about the expression, circulat...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Filippatos TD,Randeva HS,Derdemezis CS,Elisaf MS,Mikhailidis DP

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A considerable amount of data supports a 1.8-7.4-fold increased mortality associated with Cushing's syndrome (CS). This is attributed to a high occurrence of several cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors in CS [e.g. adiposity, arterial hypertension (AHT), dyslipidaemia and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM)]. Therefo...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Koracevic G,Stojkovic M,Lovic D,Pavlovic M,Kostic T,Kutlesic M,Micic S,Koracevic M,Djordjevic M

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Aging-associated vascular dysfunction promotes cardiovascular diseases. Recently, Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) has attracted considerable attention in the prevention of aged vasculature. METHODS:This review discusses the pathophysiological alterations in aged vasculature and the underlying mechanisms of GBE ...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Li X,Lu L,Chen J,Zhang C,Chen H,Huang H

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent updates in the field of echocardiography have resulted in improvements in both image quality and techniques allowing echocardiography to maintain its position as the primary non-invasive imaging modality. In particular, the development of new ultrasound contrast agents and imaging techniques have now made possi...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Dwivedi G,Hayat SA,Janardhanan R,Senior R

更新日期：2006-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The renin-angiotensin system (RAS) plays an essential role in fluid and electrolyte homeostasis and the regulation of vascular tone; however, dysregulation and over-activation of the RAS lead to the pathogenesis of various cardiovascular diseases. The RAS is closely associated with NADPH oxidase, a major enzymatic sou...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Honjo T,Yamaoka-Tojo M,Inoue N

更新日期：2011-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is characterized by repetitive interruptions of breathing, causing Chronic Intermittent Hypoxia (CIH) that can be involved in the development and progression of cardiovascular diseases. There is evidence showing a close relationship between OSA and atherosclerosis, even in patients who d...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Toraldo DM,Benedetto M,Conte L,De Nuccio F

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Post-transplant diabetes mellitus (PTDM) and dyslipidaemia are the most common metabolic complications in kidney transplant recipients (KTR). They are associated with a higher risk of lower graft function and survival, as well as an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). The aim of this review is to provide c...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Anagnostis P,Paschou SA,Spartalis E,Sarno G,De Rosa P,Muscogiuri G

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end-stage renal disease (ESRD), 25OH-vitamin D (calcidiol) deficiency or insufficiency is a common finding with high prevalence. Numerous epidemiological studies have found an independent association of low levels of calcidiol with increased morbidity and mortality. Wi...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Brandenburg VM,Kruger T

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Aspirin plays a pivotal role in the management of patients with Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) with well-recognised benefits of reducing recurrent myocardial infarction and minimising the risk of stent thrombosis for those undergoing Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI). Dual antiplatelet therapy is mandated for pa...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Kassimis G,Raina T,Alexopoulos D

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Several lines of evidence suggest a detrimental effect of aldosterone excess on the development of metabolic alterations. Glucose metabolism derangements due to aldosterone action are frequently observed not only in patients with primary aldosteronism but also in patients with obesity. A contribution to the hyperaldos...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Ronconi V,Turchi F,Appolloni G,di Tizio V,Boscaro M,Giacchetti G

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nowadays long-term outcome of heart transplantation is limited by a peculiar type of coronary atherosclerosis, known as cardiac allograft vasculopathy (CAV). Although the exact pathogenesis of CAV remains unclear, emerging evidence indicates that the endothelium plays a significant role in the onset and progression of...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Osto E,Tona F,De Bon E,Iliceto S,Cella G

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There is growing evidence that Rho-kinase contributes to cardiovascular disease, which has made Rho-kinase a target for the treatment of human diseases. To date, the only Rho-kinase inhibitor employed clinically in humans is fasudil, which has been used for the prevention of cerebral vasospasm and subsequent ischemic ...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Satoh S,Ikegaki I,Kawasaki K,Asano T,Shibuya M

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Fifteen years after its discovery, NO has fully reached an established position in physiology, medicine and therapeutics. It is difficult to find a biological function or a pathological condition where NO does not play a relevant role. Discoveries in the NO field have historically evolved from cardiovascular research,...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Llorens S,Nava E

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Non-fasting triglycerides are measured at any time within up to 8 h (14 h) after any normal meal, while postprandial triglycerides are measured at a fixed time point within up to 8 h (14 h) of a standardised fat tolerance test. The simplest possible way of evaluating remnant cholesterol is non-fasting/postprandial tot...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Nordestgaard BG,Freiberg JJ

更新日期：2011-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a syndrome compromising the health of the mother and the fetus. Endothelial damage and reduced metabolism of the vasodilator adenosine occur and fetal hyperinsulinemia associated with deficient insulin response and a metabolic rather than mitogenic phenotype is characteristic of ...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Guzmán-Gutiérrez E,Abarzúa F,Belmar C,Nien JK,Ramírez MA,Arroyo P,Salomón C,Westermeier F,Puebla C,Leiva A,Casanello P,Sobrevia L

更新日期：2011-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In this issue of Curr Vasc Pharmacol, Pfeiffer et al. [1] and Glorioso et al. [2] report the efficacy and tolerability of aliskiren/amlodipine single-pill combinations (SPCs) in patients with inadequate blood pressure (BP) response to amlodipine or aliskiren monotherapy, respectively. ...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Katsiki N,Athyros VG,Mikhailidis DP,Karagiannis A

更新日期：2012-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Paraoxonase-1 (PON-1) is a calcium-dependent enzyme that is synthesized in the liver and then secreted in blood where it is bound to high density lipoprotein (HDL). PON-1 is a hydrolase with a wide range of substrates, including lipid peroxides. It is considered responsible for many of the antiatherogenic properties o...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Lioudaki S,Verikokos C,Kouraklis G,Ioannou C,Chatziioannou E,Perrea D,Klonaris C

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Single-pill fixed dose combination (FDC) therapies are widely used in the treatment of arterial hypertension. OBJECTIVE:This pilot study aimed to evaluate the effects of a FDC therapy combined with therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) on blood pressure (BP) in patients with treatment resistant hypertension. M...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Kreutz R,Scholze J,Douros A

更新日期：2018-01-26 00:00:00

abstract：:Atherosclerosis (also known as arteriosclerotic vascular disease) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the arterial wall, characterized by the formation of lipid-laden lesions. The activation of endothelial cells at atherosclerotic lesion-prone sites in the arterial tree results in the up-regulation of cell adhesion m...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Araldi E,Chamorro-Jorganes A,van Solingen C,Fernández-Hernando C,Suárez Y

更新日期：2013-05-13 00:00:00

abstract：:The incidence of cardiovascular disease is low in healthy premenopausal women and increases with age especially after the menopause; this difference has been attributed to the loss of endogenous estrogen. Atherosclerosis is a chronic inflammatory condition of the vascular wall that may result in an acute clinical even...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Bechlioulis A,Naka KK,Calis KA,Makrigiannakis A,Michalis L,Kalantaridou SN

更新日期：2010-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Platelet aggregation induced by stirring of a platelet suspension after activation by the exogenous addition of stimulants, such as ADP, epinephrine and thrombin, has long been used as a platelet function test, and for the screening of antiplatelet agents. Since platelet aggregation has been demonstrated to be mediate...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Goto S

更新日期：2004-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This paper provides an overview of the pathogenesis, presentation and diagnosis of clopidogrel hypersensitivity. The majority of clopidogrel hypersensitivity cases are due to a T cell mediated Gell and Coombs Type IV reaction. History, histology, and patch testing have shown consistency with a T cell mediated mechanis...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Ford MK,Cohn JR

更新日期：2019-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:An inverse association between diabetes mellitus (DM) and abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) risk have been reported. Apart from a lower AAA prevalence among patients with vs without DM, there are data showing that DM may exert a protective role on aneurysmal growth in patients with small AAAs, thus decreasing the risk o...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Radak D,Tanaskovic S,Katsiki N,Isenovic ER

更新日期：2016-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Volatile Anaesthetics (VA) are commonly used worldwide for induction and/or maintenance of general anaesthesia. They act in the central nervous system to reduce sensation and motor response during surgical and invasive diagnostic procedures. VAs also have some non-anaesthetic properties in the brain when adm...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Krzych LJ,Szczepanska AJ

更新日期：2018-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most common diseases worldwide. Its adverse effects on several body organs, have made treatment of DM a priority. One of the most serious complications of DM is diabetic nephropathy (DN). OBJECTIVE:The aim of this review is to critically discuss available data on the p...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Papademetriou V,Alataki S,Stavropoulos K,Papadopoulos C,Bakogiannis K,Tsioufis K

更新日期：2020-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chronic kidney disease (CKD), and particularly kidney failure, is associated with accelerated atherosclerosis and approximately a 20-fold increased risk of cardiovascular death. The majority of these patients die from complications directly attributed to atherosclerosis and their life expectancy is decreased. Establis...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Efstratiadis G,Tziomalos K,Mikhailidis DP,Athyros VG,Hatzitolios A

更新日期：2008-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Central arterial systolic blood pressure is a very important factor in the pathophysiology of cardiovascular diseases. Central arterial pressure is a better predictor of cardiovascular risk than peripheral brachial blood pressure. Measurement of central blood pressure is useful for a diagnosis of spurious systolic hyp...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Stepień M,Banach M,Jankowski P,Rysz J

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Normal pregnancy is associated with increased insulin resistance as a metabolic adaptation to the nutritional demands of the placenta and fetus, and this is amplified in obese mothers. Insulin resistance is normally compensated for by an adaptive increase in pancreatic β-cell mass together with enhanced glucose-stimul...

journal_title：Current vascular pharmacology

authors： Szlapinski SK,Hill DJ

更新日期：2021-01-01 00:00:00