![Loading...](https://link.springer.com/static/c4a417b97a76cc2980e3c25e2271af3129e08bbe/images/pdf-preview/spacer.gif)
-
Article
A Novel Mechanism of Renal Microcirculation Regulation: Connecting Tubule-Glomerular Feedback
In this review, we summarized the current knowledge of connecting tubule-glomerular feedback (CTGF), a novel mechanism of renal microcirculation regulation that integrates sodium handling in the connecting tub...
-
Article
Cross-talk between arterioles and tubules in the kidney
In hypertension the pressure natriuresis set point is shifted to a higher pressure due to an increase in both renal vascular resistance and sodium (Na) reabsorption. The afferent arterioles (Af-Arts) and effer...
-
Chapter
Kinins in the Heart
Kinins are polypeptides that contain the sequence of the nonapeptide, bradykinin, in their structure. In mammals, the main kinins are bradykinin and lysine-bradykinin. They are generated by a group of enzymes ...
-
Chapter
The Glandular Kallikrein-Kinin System in Hypertension
Kallikreins are enzymes that release kinins, potent vasodilator peptides from plasma substrates called kininogens. In the microdissected nephron, prekallikrein and kailikrein are localized in the granular part...