Abstract
Recent experimental data suggest glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) and its analogs to have direct effects on the cardiovascular system, in addition to their classic glucoregulatory actions. These direct effects may be cardioprotective, contractility augmenting, and vasorelaxant. A few preliminary clinical trials appear to support a mechanical function improvement after GLP-1 administration to patients with a weakened left ventricle. Based on animal studies, diminished lethal injury to the postischemic reperfused myocardium appears to be a particularly promising prospect, awaiting to be tested in clinical settings.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Trends in Cardiovascular Medicine |
Vol/bind | 20 |
Udgave nummer | 1 |
Sider (fra-til) | 8-12 |
Antal sider | 5 |
ISSN | 1050-1738 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 1 jan. 2010 |