Search for dissertations about: "angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor"
Showing result 11 - 13 of 13 swedish dissertations containing the words angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor.
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11. Impairment of Endothelial Thromboprotective Function by Haemodynamic and Inflammatory Stress - Implications for hypertensive disease
Abstract : The physiologically most important activator of intravascular fibrinolysis is tissue-type plasminogen activator (t-PA). The endothelium synthesizes and stores t-PA and regulated release of the enzyme is an important local protective response to prevent thrombus extension. READ MORE
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12. Vascular and endothelial function in human hypertension, and the importance of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system
Abstract : Background: Hypertension induces structural vascular and cardiac changes with increased arterial stiffness and left ventricular (LV) hypertrophy and is major risk factor for cardiovascular morbidity and mortality. The renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) and the sympathetic nervous system are important for blood pressure regulation and vascular function. READ MORE
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13. Identification of genes and pathways involved in the development and progression of glomerular diseases
Abstract : Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects millions of people worldwide and is characterized by a reduction in glomerular filtration rate and albuminuria resulting in a gradual loss of kidney function. The high prevalence of the disease, along with the limited treatment options available, makes it a major burden to the health care systems around the world. READ MORE
