Renal sympathetic nerve activation via α2-adrenergic receptors in chronic kidney disease progression

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is increasing worldwide without an effective therapeutic strategy. Sympathetic nerve activation is implicated in CKD progression, as well as cardiovascular dysfunction. Renal denervation is beneficial for controlling blood pressure (BP) and improving renal function throu...

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Main Authors: Hee-Seong Jang, Jinu Kim, Babu J. Padanilam
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Korean Society of Nephrology 2019-03-01
Series:Kidney Research and Clinical Practice
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.23876/j.krcp.18.0143