The role of neuronal nitric oxide synthase in young adults

Background: Early elevation in blood pressure are characterised by a hyperkinetic circulation, with an elevated cardiac index (CI) being the dominant feature. Neuronal NOS is a key regulator of vascular tone during mental stress and is attenuated in patients with established hypertension. However, the role of nNOS has not yet been examined in young adults with a hyperactive response to stress.

Source: Artery Research - November 25, 2016 Category: Cardiology Authors: Jessica Middlemiss, Sarah Evans, Joseph Cheriyan, Lucy Yang, Ian Wilkinson, Carmel McEniery Source Type: research