Prostacyclin and Its Receptors

by Helen Wise, Robert L Jones, Robert L. Jones

Book Overview

In addition to its well known anti-platelet and hypotensive properties, prostacyclin activates neuronal receptors in the central, enteric and sensory nervous systems. This volume discusses the properties of prostacyclin receptors in the cardiovascular and nervous systems, as well as in cells involved in inflammatory reactions. The chemistry and pharmacology of prostacyclin mimetics are also explored, higlighting their therapeutic value.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1475781822
• ISBN13: 9781475781823
• Release Date: April 2013
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.0" x 10.0"