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Rho-kinase inhibition: a novel therapeutic target for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases
- Source :
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Drug Discovery Today . Aug2010, Vol. 15 Issue 15/16, p622-629. 8p. - Publication Year :
- 2010
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Abstract
- The Rho/rho-kinase (ROCK) pathway has an important role in the pathogenesis of several cardiovascular diseases. The activation of ROCK is involved in the regulation of vascular tone, endothelial dysfunction, inflammation and remodeling. The inhibition of ROCK has a beneficial effect in a variety of cardiovascular disorders. Evidence from animal models and from clinical use of ROCK inhibitors, such as Y-27632, fasudil and statins (i.e. pleiotropic effects), supports the hypothesis that ROCK is a potential therapeutic target. This review provides a current understanding of the role of ROCK pathway in the regulation of vascular function and the use of ROCK inhibitors in the treatment of cardiovascular disorders. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 13596446
- Volume :
- 15
- Issue :
- 15/16
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Drug Discovery Today
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 53048304
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drudis.2010.06.011