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Nitric oxide: an overview

D A Rodeberg1, M S Chaet, R C Bass

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Ohio 45267, USA.

American Journal of Surgery
|September 1, 1995
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Nitric oxide (NO), a gas synthesized from L-arginine, plays a key role in regulating vascular tone and is implicated in various conditions like sepsis and cirrhosis. Understanding NO

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Physiology
  • Pathophysiology

Background:

  • Nitric oxide (NO) is a paracrine mediator synthesized from L-arginine.
  • NO is crucial in regulating vascular tone and hemodynamic changes.
  • Emerging evidence links NO to coagulation, immune function, and gastrointestinal processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide surgeons with a comprehensive overview of nitric oxide.
  • To cover both the scientific and clinical aspects of NO.
  • To highlight NO's role in various physiological and pathophysiological states.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific and clinical studies on nitric oxide.
  • Synthesis of information regarding NO's role in different biological systems.

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  • Focus on NO's implications in surgical contexts.

    • Main Results:

    • Nitric oxide is implicated in vascular tone regulation, sepsis, and cirrhosis.
    • NO influences coagulation, immune responses, and gastrointestinal functions.
    • NO may be a target for intervention in several disease states.

    Conclusions:

    • Nitric oxide is a critical mediator with broad physiological and pathophysiological relevance.
    • Further understanding of NO is essential for surgical practice and patient care.
    • NO represents a potential therapeutic target in various clinical conditions.