Handbook of Physiology: Section 2: The Cardiovascular SystemVolume II: Vascular Smooth Muscle

by David F. Bohr (Editor), Andrew P. Somlyo (Editor), Harvey V. Sparks Jr.

A comprehensive review of the structure, chemistry, and function of vascular smooth muscle, this volume reflects the extensive research by cardiovascular physiologists on the contractile system in the blood vessel wall. Six sections cover these important topics: Structure, Electrolyte and Electrophysiology; Regulation, Biochemistry, Muscle Mechanics, and Phylogenetic Variations.

696 pages, Hardcover

First published November 30, 1979