Role of Dopaminergic Receptors in Glaucomatous Disease Modulation

Both studies on animals and humans suggest the presence of dopamine (DA) receptors in the anterior segment of the eye. Their role in the dynamics of intraocular pressure (IOP) is not yet clear. DA2 and DA3 receptors are mainly located on postganglionic sympathetic nerve endings. Their stimulation re...

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Main Authors: Nicola Pescosolido, Francesco Parisi, Paola Russo, Giuseppe Buomprisco, Marcella Nebbioso
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:BioMed Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/193048