Vasoactive Effects of Acute Ergot Exposure in Sheep
Ergotism is a common and increasing problem in Saskatchewan’s livestock. Chronic exposure to low concentrations of ergot alkaloids is known to cause severe arterial vasoconstriction and gangrene through the activation of adrenergic and serotonergic receptors on vascular smooth muscles. The acute vas...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-04-01
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Series: | Toxins |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/13/4/291 |