Sympathetic hyperactivity influences chemosensor function in patients with end-stage renal disease

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Autonomic neuropathy is common in patients suffering from end-stage renal disease (ESRD). This may in part explain the high cardiovascular mortality in these patients. Chemosensory function is involved in autonomic cardiovascular con...

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Main Authors: Meyer C, Schueller P, Balzer J, Lauer T, Westenfeld R, Schauerte P, Hennersdorf M, Steiner S, Kelm M, Rassaf T
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-12-01
Series:European Journal of Medical Research
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Online Access:http://www.eurjmedres.com/content/14/S4/151