Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry

, Volume 116, Issue 1–2, pp 163–169 | Cite as

Regulatory functions of the coronary endothelium

  • Victor W. M. van Hinsbergh
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Abstract

In this brief review three functions of the coronary endothelium are surveyed: (a) its barrier and exchange function, (b) the prevention of coagulation and platelet aggregation, and (c) its role in vasoregulation. Impairment of these functions can occur in ischemia, hypertension, arteriosclerosis and inflammation. (Mol Cell Biochem116: 163–169, 1992)

Key words

endothelium permeability vasoregulation antithrombotic arteriosclerosis 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • Victor W. M. van Hinsbergh
    • 1
  1. 1.Gaubius Laboratory IVVO-TNOLeidenThe Netherlands

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