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Reappraisal of the vasodepressor reflex in carotid sinus syndrome

Authors :
Carlo Menozzi
Daniele Oddone
Nicola Bottoni
Gino Lolli
Germano Gaggioli
Lorella Gianfranchi
Michele Brignole
Source :
The American journal of cardiology. 75(7)
Publication Year :
1995

Abstract

In conclusion, our results point out the importance of the vasodepressor reflex in patients with carotid sinus syndrome; it is present in most patients including those categorized as affected by the dominant cardioinhibitory form. The mechanism of vasodepression is complex, including a hemodynamic effect and suppression of sympathetic compensatory outflow.

Details

ISSN :
00029149
Volume :
75
Issue :
7
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
The American journal of cardiology
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....9bb1c7f99b04602159f3386f8d2e5c45