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Title: Physiologic and pharmacologic implications of AT1 versus AT2 receptors. Author: Chung O, Stoll M, Unger T. Journal: Blood Press Suppl; 1996; 2():47-52. PubMed ID: 8913540. Abstract: The renin-angiotensin system (RAS) is an important factor in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension and congestive heart failure. The RAS also contributes to media hypertrophy and neointima formation. The recent development of specific, highly selective, nonpeptide angiotensin II (A II)-receptor ligands/antagonists was the basis for the identification of the A II-receptor subtypes, AT1 and AT2, which display a heterogeneous distribution. Virtually all known physiologic actions of A II have been attributed to AT1 receptors; much less is known about AT2 receptors. Cell growth, proliferation, or both are mediated by AT1 receptors, whereas stimulation of AT2 receptors leads to an inhibition of cell proliferation and possibly induces cell differentiation. Under physiologic conditions. AT1 receptors may facilitate angiogenesis while AT2 receptors inhibit it. Under pathophysiologic conditions. AT2 receptors could be up-regulated to control excessive growth mediated in part by AT1 receptors. Characterization of the angiotensin-receptor subtypes has advanced our knowledge of the various functions of A II in the pathogenesis of hypertension and related diseases. It is hoped that eventually we will be able to develop even more specific blocking agents of the pathogenic effects of A II.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]