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Endothelin and the respiratory system

D W Hay1, P J Henry, R G Goldie

  • 1Department of Pharmacology, SmithKline Beecham Pharmaceuticals, King of Prussia, PA 19406.

Trends in Pharmacological Sciences
|January 1, 1993
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Endothelin peptides, primarily studied for vascular effects, also impact the respiratory system. Research explores their role in respiratory diseases like asthma.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Respiratory Medicine
  • Cell Biology

Background:

  • Endothelin peptides are well-known for their roles in vascular physiology and pathology.
  • These peptides are also synthesized and released by respiratory epithelial cells.
  • Endothelins exert potent effects on nonvascular respiratory tract components.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize current knowledge on endothelin pharmacology within the respiratory system.
  • To evaluate the potential pathophysiological involvement of endothelins in asthma.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing pharmacological research on endothelin peptides.
  • Assessment of studies investigating endothelin's effects in respiratory tissues.
  • Analysis of evidence linking endothelins to asthma pathophysiology.

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Main Results:

  • Endothelins possess significant activities in the nonvascular respiratory tract.
  • Evidence suggests a potential pathophysiological role in conditions like asthma.

Conclusions:

  • Endothelin peptides are important mediators in the respiratory system beyond their vascular functions.
  • Further investigation into endothelin's role in respiratory diseases, particularly asthma, is warranted.