A role for the lateral parabrachial nucleus in cardiovascular function and fluid homeostasis
The lateral parabrachial nucleus (LPBN) is located in an anatomical position that enables it to perform a critical role in relaying signals related to the regulation of fluid and electrolyte intake and cardiovascular function from the brainstem to the forebrain. Early neuroanatomical studies have de...
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Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2014-11-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Physiology |
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Online Access: | http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fphys.2014.00436/full |