Overview

The emergence of an exciting new class of drugs known as ACE inhibitors is having a major impact on the treatment of hypertension and heart failure. This work provides the most complete and up-to-date investigation on the biochemistry, comparative pharmacology, and clinical utility of these powerful agents. Written by internationally respected authorities, sections offer state-of-the-art reviews, with special attention given to the potential of ACE inhibitors for established as well as new indications, either alone or in combination with older drugs. The broad range of topics includes the physiology of the renin-angiotensin system, the similarities and differences among ACE inhibitors, and the advantages of ACE inhibitors with respect to °quality of life.° Furthermore, Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors is the only review of the new and potentially promising ACE inhibitors under development.

ISBN-13

9780471602378

ISBN-10

047160237X

List Price

$64.95

Edition

1st Edition

Format

Hardcover

Language

English

Pages

290 pages

Publisher

Wiley-Liss

Published On

1987-08-31



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