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What is the primary role of the cellular components in the structure of a blood vessel?

  • To transport oxygen and nutrients directly to tissues
  • To act as a barrier against pathogens in the bloodstream
  • To maintain the integrity and regulate the function of the vessel (correct)
  • To store excess blood for emergency situations

    • Which of the following best describes the concept of vascular diameter modulation?

  • Maintaining a constant diameter in all blood vessels under varying conditions
  • Changing blood volume in response to exercise
  • Increasing the size of the blood vessel wall during high blood pressure
  • Adjusting the vessel's ability to constrict or dilate to control blood flow (correct)

    • What are vasodilators primarily responsible for in the context of blood flow regulation?

  • Relaxing smooth muscle in the blood vessel walls to promote increased blood flow (correct)
  • Increasing blood pressure throughout the circulatory system
  • Decreasing the diameter of blood vessels to enhance oxygen delivery
  • Stimulating the heart to pump more rapidly in response to low oxygen levels

    • Which mechanism is primarily implicated in the progression of atherosclerosis?

    <p>Accumulation of lipids and inflammation within the vascular wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which current pharmacological strategy is typically employed to improve vascular reactivity?

    <p>Application of vasodilators to enhance blood flow in constricted vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Endothelial Derived Hyperpolarizing Factor (EDHF)?

    <p>To act on the arteriole level within organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the diagnostic criteria for Metabolic Syndrome?

    <p>Heavy alcohol consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What stage of atherosclerosis involves the accumulation of immune cells?

    <p>Immune cell infiltration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the WHO diagnostic criteria, which of the following only partially contributes to the Metabolic Syndrome?

    <p>Smoking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is assessed for dyslipidaemia in the context of Metabolic Syndrome?

    <p>High-density lipoprotein (HDL) levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of systemic arteries?

    <p>Transporting oxygenated blood and nutrients to systemic organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does vessel diameter influence blood pressure?

    <p>Wider diameter leads to lower pressure exerted on the vessel wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the order of blood pressure across different vessel types?

    <p>Highest in systemic arteries, lowest in systemic veins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of an artery is primarily responsible for regulating its diameter?

    <p>Media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structural feature is unique to veins and venules?

    <p>Valves to prevent backflow of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following functions is NOT associated with endothelial cells?

    <p>Vasoconstriction of muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structural characteristic allows arteries and arterioles to modulate their diameter?

    <p>Communication between endothelial and smooth muscle cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is tight regulation of blood pressure essential?

    <p>For optimal delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference in the structure of veins compared to arteries?

    <p>Veins lack valves and elastic layers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the vaso vasorum?

    <p>It supplies the larger vessels with blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of Nitric Oxide in vascular regulation?

    <p>Causes relaxation of vascular smooth muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is primarily responsible for stimulating potassium efflux in smooth muscle cells?

    <p>Endothelial Derived Hyperpolarizing Factor (EDHF)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormone is known to inhibit endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase (eNOS)?

    <p>Endothelin-1 (ET-1)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the major effect of Angiotensin II on vascular tone?

    <p>Causes smooth muscle constriction and increases blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the source of Nitric Oxide production in the vasculature?

    <p>Endothelial cells, synthesized from L-Arginine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does Guanylyl cyclase play in the action of Nitric Oxide?

    <p>Converts GTP to cyclic GMP</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what condition is the production of Endothelial Derived Hyperpolarizing Factor (EDHF) most crucial?

    <p>When endothelial function is compromised</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does Endothelin-1 have on blood vessels?

    <p>Induces vasoconstriction and promotes vascular inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Nitric Oxide cause relaxation of muscle fibers?

    <p>By converting GTP to cyclic GMP and activating Protein Kinase G</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which signaling mechanism is primarily engaged by Angiotensin II to exert its effects on smooth muscle?

    <p>G-protein coupled receptor signaling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does a 5% weight loss have in relation to insulin sensitivity?

    <p>It helps restore insulin sensitivity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the role of hyperinflammatory adipocytes in metabolic syndrome?

    <p>They contribute to the development of atherogenic environments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the functions of GLP1 receptor agonists in the treatment of metabolic syndrome?

    <p>Stimulates insulin secretion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a therapeutic approach for treating components of metabolic syndrome?

    <p>Beta-blockers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of increased angiotensin II (ANGII) levels in metabolic syndrome?

    <p>Promotes inflammation and smooth muscle proliferation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about endothelin-1 (ET-1) in metabolic syndrome is true?

    <p>It recruits immune cells into the vessel wall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do thiazolidinediones (TZDs) affect cholesterol levels?

    <p>They increase HDL cholesterol and decrease LDL cholesterol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of AMPK activators like metformin in metabolic syndrome management?

    <p>They regulate glucose metabolism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following processes is impaired due to the decreased production of endothelial-derived hyperpolarizing factors (EDHFs) in metabolic syndrome?

    <p>Vasodilation responses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect do dietary antioxidants have in relation to metabolic syndrome?

    <p>They reduce oxidative stress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Structure of the Vasculature- Blood Flow

    • Blood vessels carry blood around the body towards target organs and tissues
    • Systemic Arteries, arterioles, and capillaries carry oxygenated blood and nutrients from the left ventricle towards systemic organs
    • Systemic Veins, venules, and capillaries carry deoxygenated blood and waste from the periphery towards the right atria
    • The heart pumps blood to and from the lungs and the rest of the body
    • Pulmonary blood vessels are responsible for reoxygenation of blood at the lungs and then returned to the heart for circulation

    The Structure of the Vasculature- Blood Pressure

    • Blood pressure is the pressure exerted by the blood on the vessel wall
    • Tight regulation of blood pressure is essential for optimal delivery of oxygen and nutrients to target tissues
    • Vessel diameter regulates blood flow and blood pressure:
      • Wider diameter = lower pressure exerted on vessel wall, Greater blood flow through wider vessel
      • Narrow diameter = higher pressure exerted on vessel wall, Less blood flow through narrow vessel
    • Blood pressure differs between vessel types
    • Greatest pressure in larger systemic arteries
    • Pressure reduces with increasing number of vessels (e.g., fewer arteries than arterioles and capillaries)
    • Lowest pressure in larger systemic veins

    The Structure of Arteries and Arterioles

    • Arteries and arterioles are comprised of three main layers
      • Intima
        • Endothelial cells + subendothelial space
        • Single-cell layer
        • First barrier to pathogens in the blood
        • Communicates with vascular smooth muscle to regulate diameter
      • Media
        • Vascular smooth muscles
        • Relaxation/constriction dictates vessel diameter
      • Adventitia/externa
        • Collagen rich (where sympathetic nerves embed)
        • External elastic lamina
        • Vaso vasorum (small blood vessels supplying the larger vessel in some larger vessels)

    The Structure of Veins and Venules

    • Veins and Venules contain three main layers (tunics)
      • Intima
        • Endothelial cells
      • Media
        • Small amount of vascular smooth muscle
      • Externa
        • Usually thicker than in arteries/arterioles
    • Veins and venules have valves
      • Prevent backflow of blood
    • Veins and venules lack elastic layers

    The Structure of the Vasculature

    • Arteries and arterioles are specially designed to modulate their diameter
      • Communication between endothelial cells and vascular smooth muscle cells
      • Relaxation/Contraction = Vasodilation/Vasoconstriction
    • Endothelial cells possess specific functions depending on tissue and organ:
      • Fluid filtration
      • Hormone trafficking
      • Immune cell recruitment and signaling
      • Thrombolysis
      • Lipolysis
      • Vascular tone
      • And more!

    Hormonal Regulation of Vascular Tone

    • Hormones produced within and out with the vasculature can regulate vasomotor tone
    • Four key players:
      • Nitric Oxide
      • Endothelial Derived Hyperpolarizing Factor (EDHF)
      • Endothelin-1 (ET-1)
      • Angiotensin II (AngII)

    The Vascular Endothelium-Vascular tone

    • Endothelial cells are capable of producing Nitric oxide (NO)
      • ‘Endothelium-Derived Relaxing Factor’
      • Vasoactive hormone gas
      • Synthesized in the endothelium
      • Diffuses sub-endothelial space
      • Causes relaxation of vascular smooth muscle

    Hormonal Regulation of Vascular Tone- Nitric Oxide

    • Production of Nitric Oxide (NO):
      • Stimulation of GPCR by ligand (e.g., ACh)
      • Multi-protein phosphorylation cascade
      • Intracellular calcium release
      • Calmodulin activation
      • eNOS activation
      • Conversion of L-Arginine to L-Citrulline with release of NO

    Hormonal Regulation of Vascular Tone- Nitric Oxide

    • Nitric oxide causes smooth muscle relaxation:
      • NO activates Guanylyl cyclase
      • Converts GTP to cyclic GMP
      • Activates Protein Kinase G
      • Stimulates relaxation of muscle fibres

    Hormonal Regulators of Vascular Tone-Vasodilation

    • Endothelial Derived Hyperpolarizing Factor (EDHF)
      • Another endothelium-derived vasodilatory hormone
      • Believed to be substance or electrical signal
      • Hyperpolarizes smooth muscle by stimulated K+ efflux
      • Muscle relaxation
      • Important when NO production is compromised
      • Tends to influence organ blood flow more than systemic

    Hormonal Regulators of Vascular Tone-Vasoconstriction

    • The Endothelium also regulates vasoconstriction via production of Endothelin-1 (ET-1)
      • Acts on smooth muscle to induce vasoconstriction via smooth muscle intracellular calcium release

    Hormonal Regulators of Vascular Tone-Vasoconstriction

    • ET-1 also:
      • Inhibits eNOS
      • Reduces NO bioavailability
      • Promotes vascular inflammation

    Hormonal Regulators of Vascular Tone-Vasoconstriction

    • Angiotensin II (AngII)
      • Produced in the liver as Angiotensinogen
      • Multiple target tissues
      • Smooth muscle constriction via G-protein coupled receptor signaling and intracellular Ca2+ release
      • Excessive levels promote high blood pressure and vascular inflammation

    The Metabolic Syndrome

    • The metabolic syndrome is:
      • A constellation of interconnected physiological, biochemical, clinical, and metabolic factors that directly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and all-cause mortality
    • Diagnostic criteria (WHO 1998):
      • Insulin resistance
        • Impaired glucose tolerance or impaired fasting glucose levels AND any 2 of the following:
      • Obesity
        • BMI > 30 kg/m2 (recent revision: Waist circumference >40in (M)/ 35in (F))
      • Dyslipidaemia
        • Raised TGs (≥150 mg/dL) and/or reduced HDL (140:90mmHg)
        • Hypercholesterolaemia (LDL>150mg/dl, HDL6,1mmol/l)
      • Insulin resistance
      • Obesity (BMI>30kg/m2)
      • Smoking
      • Inactivity
      • Age
      • Hereditary

    Atherosclerosis

    • Atherosclerosis development can be broken down into five key stages:
      • Endothelial dysfunction
      • Immune cell infiltration
      • Fatty streak
      • Young plaque
      • Mature plaque

    Metabolic Syndrome and CVD: Summary

    • Pathophysiology of CVD and MetS are multifaceted
    • Wide array of therapies to treat numerous contributing factors:
      • Insulin Resistance
      • Inflammation
      • Oxidative stress
      • Cholesterol
      • Hyperglycaemia
      • Hypertension
    • Or target the vasculature

    Common Therapies for MetS and Atherosclerosis

    • Thiazolidinediones (TZDs/Glitazones), e.g., pioglitazone

      • PPAR𝛾 agonsists
      • Insulin sensitizers
      • Increases HDL cholesterol
      • Anti-inflammatory effect in vessel wall

    • AMPK activators (Biguanides), e.g., metformin

      • Complex I inhibition
      • Regulates glucose metabolism
      • Increases FA oxidation
      • Reduces inflammation

    • GLP1-RAs (e.g., Exenatide and Liraglutide)

      • Stimulates Insulin secretion and suppresses appetite
      • Reduced blood glucose
      • Reduces blood pressure (due to diuretic effect), thereby reducing AngII production and vascular inflammation

    • SGLT inhibitors (dapagliflozin, empagliflozin)

      • Inhibits/slows glucose (re)absorption
      • Reduces blood glucose and volume
      • Reduces blood pressure
      • Improves endothelial and VSMC function

    Common Therapies for MetS and Atherosclerosis

    • HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors (Statins), e.g., simvastatin
      • Cholesterol biosynthesis inhibitors
      • Increases HDL cholesterol levels
      • Decreases LDL cholesterol levels and oxidation
    • Dietary antioxidants, e.g.
      • Vitamin C, E
      • Polyphenols
      • Beta-carotene
      • Flavonoids

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