The Endothelium

by Thomas F. Lüscher and Paul M. Vanhoutte

The Endothelium: Modulator of Cardiovascular Function takes a comprehensive look at the role of the endothelium in cardiovascular control in health and disease. Experts offer detailed reviews on specific topics that address these roles of the endothelium: diffusion barrier, blood-brain barrier, regulator of capillary permeability, metabolic function (uptake and enzymatic destruction), conversion of vasoactive products, production of prostanoids, production...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 084936468X
• ISBN13: 9780849364686
• Release Date: July 1990
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 7.0" x 10.0"