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Published in: Current Hypertension Reports 12/2018

01-12-2018 | Mechanisms of Hypertension (M Weir, Section Editor)

Inflammation as a Regulator of the Renin-Angiotensin System and Blood Pressure

Authors: Ryousuke Satou, Harrison Penrose, L. Gabriel Navar

Published in: Current Hypertension Reports | Issue 12/2018

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

Mechanisms facilitating progression of hypertension via cross stimulation of the renin-angiotensin system (RAS) and inflammation have been proposed. Accordingly, we review and update evidence for regulation of RAS components by pro-inflammatory factors.

Recent Findings

Angiotensin II (Ang II), which is produced by RAS, induces vasoconstriction and consequent blood pressure elevation. In addition to this direct action, chronically elevated Ang II stimulates several pathophysiological mechanisms including generation of oxidative stress, stimulation of the nervous system, alterations in renal hemodynamics, and activation of the immune system. In particular, an activated immune system has been shown to contribute to the development of hypertension. Recent studies have demonstrated that immune cell-derived pro-inflammatory cytokines regulate RAS components, further accelerating systemic and local Ang II formation. Specifically, regulation of angiotensinogen (AGT) production by pro-inflammatory cytokines in the liver and kidney is proposed as a key mechanism underlying the progression of Ang II-dependent hypertension.
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Metadata
Title
Inflammation as a Regulator of the Renin-Angiotensin System and Blood Pressure
Authors
Ryousuke Satou
Harrison Penrose
L. Gabriel Navar
Publication date
01-12-2018
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Hypertension Reports / Issue 12/2018
Print ISSN: 1522-6417
Electronic ISSN: 1534-3111
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11906-018-0900-0

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