Abstract
Endothelium-derived nitric oxide is a potent endogenous vasodilator that is derived from the metabolism of L-arginine. This endothelial factor inhibits circulating blood elements from interacting with the vessel wall. Platelet adherence and aggregation as well as monocyte adherence and infiltration are opposed by this paracrine substance. By virtue of these characteristics, endothelium-derived nitric oxide inhibits atherogenesis in animal models and may even induce regression.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 419-424 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Western Journal of Medicine |
| Volume | 164 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| State | Published - May 1996 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine