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Effects of elements on blood pressure

H F Loyke1

  • 1Columbia Saint Vincent Charity Hospital, Cleveland, OH 44115, USA.

Biological Trace Element Research
|July 1, 1997
PubMed

Insights

This review details 28 elements influencing blood pressure regulation, exploring their pressor and depressor actions. It covers established functions and controversial roles in maintaining cardiovascular homeostasis.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Physiology
  • Nutritional Science

Background:

  • Blood pressure regulation is a complex physiological process.
  • Numerous endogenous and exogenous factors influence blood pressure.
  • The role of specific elements in blood pressure control requires comprehensive understanding.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a comprehensive review of all known elements involved in blood pressure control.
  • To elucidate the direct and indirect mechanisms by which elements affect blood pressure.
  • To present established functions and controversial roles of elements in blood pressure regulation.

Main Methods:

  • Computerized literature searches were performed to identify relevant studies.
  • Data from experimental animal and human subjects were analyzed.
  • Information on dosage, absorption, storage, and excretion of elements was compiled.

Main Results:

  • A total of 28 elements have been documented as involved in blood pressure control.
  • Individual elements exhibit diverse metabolic and structural activities impacting blood pressure.
  • Some elements demonstrate pressor (elevating) effects, while others have depressor (lowering) effects.

Conclusions:

  • Elements play a critical and multifaceted role in the control of blood pressure.
  • Understanding the functions, controversies, and pharmacokinetic properties of elements is vital for blood pressure management.
  • Further research may clarify the controversial roles of certain elements in blood pressure regulation.

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