[The endothelin system: its involvement in the cardiovascular system]

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E Belaidi1, D Godin-Ribuot

  • 1Laboratoire HP2, hypoxie et physiopathologies cardiovasculaires et respiratoires, EA-3745, Inserm ERI0017, France. elise.belaidi@recherche.univ-lyon1.fr

La Revue De Medecine Interne
|June 24, 2010
PubMed

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The endothelin (ET)-system, crucial for cardiovascular health, is implicated in various conditions like hypertension and atherosclerosis. Its broad targets suggest a role in complex disorders, driving current research.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Endocrinology
  • Molecular Biology

Context:

  • The endothelin (ET)-system comprises three endothelins, two receptors, and two enzymes.
  • This system plays a vital role in cardiovascular physiopathology, including cardiac organogenesis, angiogenesis, and vascular tone regulation.
  • Established roles in arterial pulmonary hypertension, arterial hypertension, and atherosclerosis highlight the ET-system's significance.

Purpose:

  • To explore the multifaceted roles of the endothelin (ET)-system in cardiovascular physiology and pathology.
  • To investigate the potential involvement of the ET-system in complex cardiovascular disorders.
  • To underscore the current research interest in the ET-system for experimental and clinical applications.

Summary:

  • The endothelin (ET)-system is a key regulator of cardiovascular function.
  • Its components are involved in fundamental processes like blood vessel formation and maintenance of blood pressure.
  • Dysregulation of the ET-system is linked to significant cardiovascular diseases.

Impact:

  • Understanding the ET-system's targets provides insights into diverse cardiovascular pathologies.
  • The ET-system's involvement in conditions like obstructive sleep apnea syndrome warrants further investigation.
  • Ongoing research into the ET-system is crucial for developing novel therapeutic strategies for cardiovascular diseases.

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