Dapagliflozin induces vasodilation in resistance-size mesenteric arteries by stimulating smooth muscle cell KV7 ion channels
Ahasanul Hasan, Sreelakshmi Menon, Farzana Zerin, Raquibul Hasan
Abstract
7 channels, leading to vasodilation in resistance-size mesenteric arteries. These findings are significant as it uncovers for the first time a direct vasodilatory action of dapagliflozin in resistance mesenteric arteries, which may lower systemic blood pressure.
Topics & Concepts
Electrical impedance myographyMesenteric arteriesVasodilationDapagliflozinVascular smooth muscleContractilityInternal medicineNitric oxideEndocrinologyChemistryMedicinePharmacologyArterySmooth muscleDiabetes mellitusType 2 diabetesDiabetes Treatment and ManagementNitric Oxide and Endothelin EffectsPancreatic function and diabetes