Augmented Peripheral Chemosensitivity as a Potential Input to Baroreflex Impairment and Autonomic Imbalance in Chronic Heart Failure

Piotr Ponikowski, Tuan Peng Chua, Massimo Piepoli, Daniela Ondušová, Katharine Webb-Peploe, Derek Harrington, Stefan D. Anker, Maurizio Volterrani, Roberto Colombo, G. Mazzuero,

Circulation · 1997 · 270 citations · 41 references

Abstract

A link between increased peripheral chemosensitivity and impaired autonomic control, including baroreflex inhibition, is demonstrated. The clinical importance of this phenomenon warrants further investigation.

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