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Emerging Role of Angiotensin AT2 Receptor in Anti-Inflammation: An Update

[ Vol. 26 , Issue. 4 ]

Author(s):

Sanket N. Patel, Naureen Fatima, Riyasat Ali and Tahir Hussain*   Pages 492 - 500 ( 9 )

Abstract:


The hyperactive RAS and inflammation are closely associated. The angiotensin-II/AT1R axis of the RAS has been explored extensively for its role in inflammation and a plethora of pathological conditions. Understanding the role of AT2R in inflammation is an emerging area of research. The AT2R is expressed on a variety of immune and non-immune cells, which upon activation triggers the release of a host of cytokines and has multiple effects that coalesce to anti-inflammation and prevents maladaptive repair. The anti-inflammatory outcomes of AT2R activation are linked to its well-established signaling pathways involving formation of nitric oxide and activation of phosphatases. Collectively, these effects promote cell survival and tissue function. The consideration of AT2R as a therapeutic target requires further investigations.

Keywords:

Angiotensin-II type 2 receptor, inflammation, nitric oxide, pathological conditions, maladaptive repair, immune and non-immune cells.

Affiliation:

Department of Pharmacological & Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204, Department of Pharmacological & Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204, Department of Pharmacological & Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204, Department of Pharmacological & Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy, University of Houston, Houston, TX 77204



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