Role of Kinins in Hypertension and Heart Failure

Role of Kinins in Hypertension and Heart Failure

The kallikrein–kinin system (KKS) is proposed to act as a counter regulatory system against the vasopressor hormonal systems such as the renin-angiotensin system (RAS), aldosterone, and catecholamines. Evidence exists that supports the idea that the KKS is not only critical to blood pressure but may...

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Main Authors: Suhail Hamid, Imane A. Rhaleb, Kamal M. Kassem, Nour-Eddine Rhaleb
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-10-01
Series:Pharmaceuticals
Subjects:
kallikrein–kinin system
bradykinin
B<sub>1</sub> and B<sub>2</sub> receptors
angiotensin-converting enzyme
angiotensin receptor blockers
hypertension
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8247/13/11/347

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