Neuromodulation for chronic refractory angina

Br Med Bull. 2001:59:269-78. doi: 10.1093/bmb/59.1.269.

Abstract

Neuromodulation is the use of therapies which alter the relationship between the heart, its autonomic innervation and the central nervous system with the objective of reducing the ischaemic burden and diminishing the perception of angina.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Angina Pectoris / etiology
  • Angina Pectoris / physiopathology
  • Angina Pectoris / therapy*
  • Chronic Disease
  • Coronary Circulation
  • Endorphins / physiology
  • Humans
  • Myocardial Ischemia / complications
  • Myocardial Ischemia / physiopathology
  • Myocardial Ischemia / prevention & control
  • Neurotransmitter Agents / physiology
  • Spinal Cord
  • Sympathetic Nervous System / physiopathology
  • Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation*

Substances

  • Endorphins
  • Neurotransmitter Agents