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natriuresis /ˌneɪtrɪjʊ(ə)ˈriːsɪs / /ˌnatrɪjʊ(ə)ˈriːsɪs/noun [mass noun] PhysiologyExcretion of sodium in the urine.The kallikrein kinin system forms bradykinin, resulting in both natriuresis and vasodilatation, and stimulates the production of prostaglandins...- The use of ACE inhibitors to block the breakdown of bradykinin also promotes vasodilation, natriuresis, and a beneficial effect on cardiac remodeling.
- In healthy persons, sodium loading increases extracellular fluid volume and EABV, resulting in prompt natriuresis and restoration of normal volumes.
Derivatives natriuretic adjective ...- Although C-type natriuretic peptide lacks natriuretic action, it has marked vasodilatory and growth-inhibiting properties.
- Better prognosis has been documented in patients with CHF being treated with diuretics and vasodilators when the b-type natriuretic peptide level decreases.
- Significant falls occurred in plasma brain natriuretic peptide and urinary metadrenaline excretion.
Origin 1950s: from natron + Greek ourēsis 'urination'. |