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The Primer on the Autonomic Nervous System presents, in a readable and accessible format, key information about how the autonomic nervous system controls the body, particularly in response to stress. It represents the largest collection of world-wide autonomic nervous system authorities ever assembled in one book. It is especially suitable for students, scientists and physicians seeking key information about all aspects of autonomic physiology and pathology in one convenient source. Providing up-to-date knowledge about basic and clinical autonomic neuroscience in a format designed to make learning easy and fun, this book is a must-have for any neuroscientist’s bookshelf!

* Greatly amplified and updated from previous edition including the latest developments in the field of autonomic cardiovascular regulation and neuroscience
* Provides key information about all aspects of autonomic physiology and pathology
* Discusses stress and how its effects on the body are mediated
* Compiles contributions by over 140 experts on the autonomic nervous system

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An up-to-date review of the basic and clinical autonomic neuroscience knowledge intended for students, researchers and physicians
Preface xix
List of Contributors
xxi
I INTRODUCTION
1(36)
1 Development and Differentiation of Autonomic Neurons
Chun-Hyung Kim
Kwang-Soo Kim
Introduction
3(1)
The ANS is Derived from Neural Crest Cells
3(1)
Signaling Molecules Regulate the Developmental Processes of the ANS
3(1)
Transcriptional Regulatory Code Underlying the Development and Phenotypic Specification of the ANS
4(2)
Neurotransmitter Phenotypes of the ANS
6(1)
Acknowledgements
7(2)
References
7(2)
2 Central Autonomic Control
Eduardo E. Benarroch
Forebrain Components
9(1)
Brainstem Components
10(1)
Autonomic Output of the Central Nervous System
11(2)
References
12(1)
3 Imaging of Brainstem Sites Involved in Cardiovascular Control
Vaughan G. Macefield
Luke A. Henderson
Identification of Medullary Cardiovascular Nuclei in Experimental Animals
13(1)
Identification of Medullary Cardiovascular Nuclei in Humans
13(4)
References
16(1)
4 Peripheral Autonomic Nervous System
Robert W. Hamill
Robert E. Shapiro
Margaret A. Vizzard
Sympathetic Nervous system
17(3)
Sympathoadrenal Axis and the Adrenal Gland
20(1)
Parasympathetic Nervous System
21(1)
The Concept of Plurichemical Transmission and Chemical Coding
22(1)
Visceral Afferent Neurons and Autonomic Nervous System
23(1)
Functional Neuroanatomy and Biochemical Pharmacology
24(1)
Stress and Autonomic Dysfunction
25(1)
References
25(1)
Further Reading
26(1)
5 Cotransmission
Geoffrey Burnstock
Early Studies
27(1)
Sympathetic Nerves
27(1)
Parasympathetic Nerves
28(1)
Sensory-Motor Nerves
29(1)
Enteric and Cardiac Nerves
29(1)
Physiological Significance of Cotransmission
30(2)
Cotransmitter Plasticity
32(1)
Concluding Comments
32(5)
References
33(4)
II BIOCHEMICAL AND PHARMACOLOGICAL MECHANISMS
6 Noradrenergic Neurotransmission
David S. Goldstein
Catecholamines, and Catechols
37(1)
Noradrenergic Innervation of the Cardiovascular System
37(1)
Norepinephrine: the Main Sympathetic Cardiovascular Neurotransmitter
38(4)
Biomarkers of Sympathetic Noradrenergic Innervation and Function
42(1)
NE and Metabolomics
42(1)
Differential Noradrenergic vs. Adrenergic Activation in Stress
42(1)
Further reading
43(2)
7 Tyrosine Hydroxylase
Kazuto Kobayashi
Toshiharu Nagatsu
Introduction
45(1)
Diversity of Human TH Gene Expression
45(1)
Congenital Disease Associated with TH Mutation
46(1)
Gene Therapy with TH Gene Function
46(1)
Conclusion
47(3)
References
47(3)
8 Antidepressant-Sensitive Norepinephrine Transporters: Structure and Regulation
Maureen K. Hahn
Acknowledgements
50(1)
References
50(1)
9 α1-Adrenergic Receptors
Marion C. Mohl
Robert M. Graham
α1-Adrenoreceptor Subtypes
51(1)
Structure of α1-Adrenoreceptors
51(1)
Ligand Binding and Activation of α1-Adrenoreceptors
51(1)
Function of α1-Adrenoreceptors
52(2)
Signaling of α1-Adrenoreceptors
54(1)
Regulation of α1-Adrenoreceptors
54(1)
Acknowledgements
54(1)
References
54(1)
10 α2-Adrenergic Receptors
Qin Wang
Pharmacology and Functions of α2-AR subtypes
55(1)
α2-AR Signaling and Trafficking
55(1)
Regulation by Interacting Proteins
56(1)
α2-AR Polymorphisms
57(1)
Acknowledgement
58(1)
Further Reading
58(1)
11 β-Adrenergic Receptors
C. Michael Stein
Introduction
59(1)
β-AR Subtypes and their Distribution
59(1)
β-ARs Signal Transduction
59(1)
Receptor Desensitization
60(1)
Therapeutic Importance of β-ARs
60(1)
Genetic Variability in β-ARs
61(1)
Acknowledgement
61(4)
References
61(4)
12 Dopaminergic Neurotransmission
Graeme Eisenhofer
Heinz Reichmann
Further Reading
65(2)
13 Dopamine Receptors
Sean M. Peterson
Nikhil Urs
Marc G. Caron
Introduction
67(1)
Distribution and Expression of Dopamine Receptors
67(1)
Dopamine Receptor Structure
67(2)
Dopamine Receptor Function: Signal Transduction Pathways
69(2)
References
70(1)
14 Cholinergic Neurotransmission
Brett A. English
Carrie K. Jones
Acetylcholine Biosynthesis and Metabolism
71(1)
Acetylcholine Receptors
71(1)
Cholinergic Pharmacologic Agents
72(1)
Further Reading
73(2)
15 Acetylcholine and Muscarinic Receptors
Joan Heller Brown
Nora Laiken
Cholinergic Neurotransmission: Sites and Receptors
75(1)
Muscarinic Agonists
76(1)
Muscarinic Antagonists
77(1)
Further Reading
77(2)
16 Nicotinic Receptors
Palmer Taylor
Structural Considerations
79(1)
Subtype Diversity of Nicotinic Receptors
79(1)
Electrophysiologic Events Associated with Receptor Activation
80(1)
Distribution of Nicotinic Receptors
81(2)
References
82(1)
17 Serotonin Receptors and Neurotransmission
Elaine Sanders-Bush
Charles D. Nichols
Localization
83(1)
Synthesis and Metabolism
83(1)
Neurotransmission
83(1)
Receptors
84(1)
Pharmacology and Role in Disease
85(1)
Role in Autonomic Processes
85(2)
References
86(1)
18 Purinergic Neurotransmission and Nucleotide Receptors
Geoffrey Burnstock
Purinergic Neurotransmission
87(2)
Receptors for Purines and Pyrimidines
89(3)
Conclusions
92(3)
References
92(3)
19 Adenosine Receptors and Autonomic Regulation
Italo Biaggioni
Postsynaptic Anti-Adrenergic Effects of Adenosine
95(1)
Presynaptic Effects of Adenosine on Efferent Nerves and Ganglionic Transmission
95(1)
Adenosine and Central Autonomic Regulation
96(1)
Neuroexcitatory Actions of Adenosine on Afferent Pathways
96(1)
Integrated View of Adenosine and Cardiovascular Autonomic Regulation
96(3)
References
97(2)
20 Nitric Oxide and Autonomic Regulation
Alfredo Gamboa
No Synthesis and Actions
99(1)
Central No-Autonomic Nervous System Interactions
99(1)
No-Autonomic Nervous System Interactions in the Periphery
100(1)
No-Autonomic Nervous System Interactions in Heart Rate Control
101(2)
References
101(2)
21 Glutamatergic Neurotransmission
Deborah Bauer
Michael Robinson
Synthesis and Vesicular Release
103(1)
Receptors
104(1)
Clearance of Glutamate
105(1)
Glutamate Metabolism
105(1)
Glutamate in the Autonomic Nervous System
105(1)
Summary
106(3)
References
107(2)
22 GABAergic Neurotransmission
Andre H. Lagrange
Mark D. Grier
Overview of GABA Mediated Signaling
109(1)
GABA Responses are Mediated by Both Ionotropic and Metabotropic Receptors
109(1)
GABAA Receptors Mediate Multiple Modes of Neuronal Signaling
109(1)
Neurotransmission is Mediated by a Diverse Set of GABAA Receptor Subtypes
110(1)
Subtype Preferring Drugs Allow for Selective Components of GABA Signaling
110(3)
References
111(2)
23 Renin-Angiotensin
Amy C. Arnold
Debra I. Diz
Introduction
113(1)
The Classical RAS
113(1)
The Brain RAS
114(2)
Summary
116(1)
Acknowledgement
116(3)
References
116(3)
24 Aldosterone and the Mineralocorticoid Receptor
J. Howard Pratt
References
119(2)
25 Vasopressin and Disorders of Water Homeostasis
Joseph G. Verbalis
Vasopressin Secretion
121(1)
Vasopressin Actions
121(1)
Disorders of Body Water Homeostasis
122(1)
Hypoosmolality
122(2)
Hyperosmolality
124(1)
Disorders of Water Homeostasis and the Autonomic Nervous System
125(1)
Further Reading
125(2)
26 Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide and Adrenomedullin
Donald J. Dipette
Scott C. Supowit
Introduction
127(1)
Synthesis and Localization of CGRP and AM
127(1)
Release of CGRP from Sensory Nerve Terminals
127(1)
CGRP and AM Signaling
128(1)
Attenuation of Oxidative Stress by CGRP and AM
128(1)
Attenuation of Inflammation by CGRP And AM
128(1)
Inhibition of Apoptosis by CGRP and AM
129(1)
Conclusion
129(1)
Further Reading
129(2)
27 Leptin Signaling and Energy Homeostasis
Kamal Rahmouni
Introduction
131(1)
Leptin Receptor
131(1)
Intracellular Mechanism Associated With the Leptin Receptor
131(1)
Sites of Leptin Action in the Brain
132(1)
Interaction of Leptin and Neuropeptides in the Hypothalamus
133(1)
Conclusion
134(1)
References
134(1)
28 The Endothelin System
Ernesto L. Schiffrin
Introduction: Endothelin System Components
135(1)
Effects of preproet-1 or ET Receptor Gene Deletion
135(1)
Mechanism of Action of ET
135(1)
Pathophysiology of the Endothelin System in Experimental Models
136(1)
Renal Effects of ET-1
136(1)
Cardiac Effects of ET-1
136(1)
ET-1 in Essential Hypertension
136(1)
Molecular Genetics of the Endothelin System
137(1)
Endothelins and the Nervous System
137(1)
Conclusion
138(1)
Acknowledgements
138(1)
Further Reading
138(3)
29 Pharmacology of the Nucleous Tractus Solitarii
Ching-Jiunn Tseng
Pei-Wen Cheng
Che-Se Tung
Nucleus Tractus Solitarii
141(1)
Cardiovascular Effects of NO in the NTS
141(1)
Cardiovascular Effects of Adenosine in the NTS
142(1)
Cardiovascular Effects of Insulin in the NTS
142(1)
Cardiovascular Effects of Angiotensin II in the NTS
142(1)
Conclusion
143(4)
References
143(4)
III AUTONOMIC PHYSIOLOGY
30 Entrainment of Sympathetic Rhythms
Michael P. Gilbey
Sympathetic Rhythm
147(4)
References
149(2)
31 Cross-talk Between Body Systems: Respiratory-Cardiovascular Coupling in Health and Disease
Julian F.R. Paton
Anthony E. Pickering
Introduction
151(1)
Cardiovascular Autonomic Activity; Coupling to the Respiratory Pattern Generator
151(1)
Why is the Circulatory System Respiratory-Modulated?
152(1)
Cardiovascular Disease: Opposite Effects on RSA and HFO
153(1)
Cardiovascular Modulation of Respiratory Activity
154(1)
New Horizons
154(3)
References
154(3)
32 Circadian Rhythms and Autonomic Function
Diego A. Golombek
SCN Output and Autonomic Control
157(1)
Circadian and Sleep-Control of the Autonomic Nervous System
158(1)
Cardiac Events and Circadian Rhythms
159(1)
Further reading
159(2)
33 Baroreceptor Reflexes
Mark W. Chapleau
Neural Pathways and Effector Mechanisms
161(1)
Determinants of Afferent Baroreceptor Activity
161(2)
Baroreflex Adaptation and Resetting in Acute Hypertension
163(1)
Decreased Baroreflex Sensitivity in Disease
163(1)
BRS: A Determinant of Cardiovascular Risk and Therapeutic Target
164(1)
Further Reading
165(4)
34 Genetic Determinants of Baroreflex Function
Italo Biaggioni
References
169(2)
35 Cardiac and Other Visceral Afferents
John C. Longhurst
Liang-Wu Fu
Introduction
171(1)
Anatomical Framework
171(1)
Afferent Stimuli
171(1)
Ischemia
171(2)
Autonomic Reflex Responses to Visceral Afferent Activation
173(1)
Pathological Alterations of Visceral Afferents
174(3)
References
175(2)
36 Autonomic Control of the Heart
Rachel C. Drew
Lawrence I. Sinoway
Introduction
177(1)
The Heart
177(1)
Autonomic Nervous Control
178(1)
Control of the Heartbeat
179(1)
Altered Autonomic Control
179(2)
References
180(1)
37 Cardiac Vagal Ganglia
Javier G. Castillo
David H. Adams
The Vertebrate Nervous System
181(1)
The Cardiac Conduction System
181(1)
Anatomy of the Cardiac Vagal Ganglia
181(2)
The Autonomic Nervous System
183(4)
References
185(2)
38 Neural Control of Blood Vessels
Julian H. Lombard
Allen W. Cowley
Autonomic Vasomotor Control and Cardiovascular Homeostasis
187(1)
Sympathetic Component of Autonomic Vasomotor Control
188(3)
Further Reading
191(2)
39 Physiology of Upright Posture
Wouter Wieling
Jan T. Groothuis
Introduction
193(1)
Regulatory Mechanisms Involved in the Adjustments of the Human Body to Orthostatic Stress
193(2)
Further Reading
195(2)
40 Cerebral Circulation
Ronald Schondorf
Neurovascular Coupling
197(1)
Regulation of Cerebral Circulation
197(4)
References
199(2)
41 Autonomic Control of the Lower Airways
Peter J. Barnes
Overview of Airway Innervation
201(1)
Bronchodilator Nerves
202(1)
Neuropeptides
203(1)
Neural Control of Airways in Disease
203(6)
References
204(5)
42 Gastrointestinal Function
Michael Camiller
References
209(2)
43 The Splanchnic Circulation
Gregory D. Fink
John W. Osborn
Overview
211(1)
Sympathetic Control of the Splanchnic Circulation - General Features
211(1)
Sympathetic Control of the Splanchnic Circulation in Special Circumstances
212(1)
Sympathetic Control of the Splanchnic Circulation in Disease
212(3)
References
213(2)
44 Autonomic Control of the Kidney
Edwin K. Jackson
Introduction
215(1)
Innervation of the Kidney
215(1)
Autonomic Receptors in the Kidney
215(2)
Reflex Regulation of Blood Volume
217(1)
The Renorenal Reflex
218(1)
Autonomic Control of the Kidney in Pathophysiological States
219(2)
References
220(1)
45 Dopamine Mechanisms in the Kidney
Robert M. Carey
Renal Dopamine (DA) Formation and Excretion
221(1)
Renal DA Receptor Expression
221(1)
Dopaminergic Regulation of Renal Na+ Excretion
222(1)
Physiologic Interactions of the Renal Dopaminergic System and the Renin-Angiotensin System (RAS)
222(1)
Renal DA and Hypertension
223(2)
References
223(2)
46 Autonomic Control of the Lower Urinary Tract
Lorl Birder
William C. De Groat
Introduction
225(1)
Innervation
225(2)
Central Neural Control
227(1)
Neuropathology
227(1)
Therapy
227(1)
Further Reading
228(1)
47 Bladder Function in Health and Disease
Marcus J. Drake
Brian A. Parsons
Structure of the Lower Urinary Tract
229(1)
Properties of the Healthy Lower Urinary Tract
229(1)
Clinical Evaluation
230(1)
Clinical Conditions
230(2)
Conclusions
232(3)
References
232(3)
48 Physiology and Pathophysiology of Female Sexual Function
Max J. Hilz
Physiology of the Female Sexual Response Cycle
235(3)
Common Therapeutic Approaches in Female Sexual Dysfunction
238(1)
References
238(1)
49 Control of the Pupil
Karen M. Joos
Mark R. Melson
Parasympatholytic (Anticholinergic) Drugs
239(1)
Parasympathomimetic (Cholinergic) Drugs
239(1)
Sympathomimetic (Adrenergic) Drugs
240(1)
Sympatholytic Drugs (Adrenergic Blockers)
240(1)
Other Agents
240(1)
Iris Pigment and Pupillary Response to Drugs
241(1)
Pupil Sympathetic Defects
241(1)
Pupil Parasympathetic Defects
242(1)
Pupil Combined Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Defects
242(1)
Acknowledgements
242(1)
References
242(1)
50 Central Thermoregulation
Shaun F. Morrison
Cutaneous Thermal Receptor Afferent Pathway
243(1)
Thermoregulatory Sensorimotor Integration in the Preoptic Area
244(1)
Thermoregulatory Effector Drive from the Dorsomedial Hypothalamus
245(1)
Rostral Raphe Pallidus Area Contains Premotor Neurons for Thermoregulatory Effectors
246(1)
Spinal Sympathetic Mechanisms Controlling Thermal Effectors
246(1)
Summary
246(3)
References
246(3)
51 Sweating
Phillip A. Low
Introduction
249(1)
Anatomy and Function of the Sweat Gland
249(1)
Innervation of Sweat Gland
250(3)
References
251(2)
52 Regulation of Metabolism
Christopher Bell
Contribution of the Sympathoadrenal System to Components of Total Daily Energy Expenditure
253(1)
Contribution of Sympathetically Stimulated Organs/Tissues to Resting Metabolic Rate
253(1)
Mobilization/Utilization of Specific Macronutrients: Carbohydrate
253(1)
Mobilization/Utilization of Specific Macronutrients: Lipid
253(1)
Mobilization/Utilization of Specific Macronutrients: Protein
254(1)
Role of the Sympathoadrenal System in the Dysregulation of Metabolism
255(2)
References
255(2)
53 Autonomic Innervation of the Skeleton
Florent Elefteriou
J. Preston Campbell
Bone Sympathetic Innervation: Ontogeny and Anatomy
257(1)
Effect of Sympathetic Nerves on Bone Remodeling
257(1)
Relevance to Bone Physiology and Diseases
258(3)
References
259(2)
54 Sex Differences in Autonomic Function
Emma C. Hart
Nisha Charkoudian
Michael J. Joyner
Introduction
261(1)
Sex Differences in Normal Autonomic Function
261(1)
Orthostatic Intolerance and Hypotension
262(1)
Sex, Aging and Hypertension
263(1)
Overall Summary and Conclusions
263(2)
References
263(2)
55 Autonomic Control During Pregnancy
Virginia L. Brooks
Belinda H. Mccully
Priscila A. Cassaglia
Pregnancy Activates the Sympathetic Nervous System
265(1)
Pregnancy Impairs the Baroreceptor Reflex
265(1)
Mechanisms of Pregnancy-Induced Baroreflex Impairment
266(1)
Preeclampsia
267(1)
Summary and Conclusions
267(4)
References
267(4)
IV STRESS
56 Aging and the Autonomic Nervous System
Lewis A. Lipsitz
Vera Novak
Cardiac Baroreflex Function
271(1)
Sympathetic Activity
272(1)
Parasympathetic Activity
272(1)
Integration of Autonomic Control Networks
272(1)
Neurotransmitters
272(1)
Cardiac Beta-Adrenergic Receptors
272(1)
Vascular Reactivity
273(1)
Volume Regulation
273(1)
Cerebral Autoregulation
273(2)
References
273(2)
57 Exercise
Qi Fu
Benjamin D. Levine
Introduction
275(1)
Acute Exercise
275(1)
Exercise Training
276(1)
Exercise as a Non-Drug Therapy
277(1)
Conclusion
278(3)
References
278(3)
58 Effects of High Altitude
Luciano Bernardi
Introduction
281(1)
Effects of Acute Hypoxia
281(1)
Effects of Chronic Hypoxia
282(1)
Autonomic Nervous System and Altitude Illness
282(1)
References
282(1)
59 Space Physiology
Gilles Clement
Scott Wood
Introduction
283(1)
Space Motion Sickness
283(1)
Orthostatic Intolerance
284(1)
Clinical Interactions
285(2)
References
285(2)
60 Hypothermia and Hyperthermia
Nisha Charkoudian
Introduction
287(1)
Central Neural Control of Thermoregulation
287(1)
Regulation of Body Temperature in Thermoneutral Environments
287(1)
Hypothermia
288(1)
Hyperthermia
288(1)
Overall Summary
289(2)
References
289(2)
61 Psychological Stress and the Autonomic Nervous System
Michael G. Ziegler
Introduction
291(1)
Cardiac Disease
292(1)
Gastrointestinal (G1) Control
292(1)
Psychosomatic Disorders and the Autonomic Nervous System
292(1)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Panic, and Anxiety
292(3)
References
293(2)
62 Mind-Body Interactions
Calvin Carter
Daniel Tranel
Introduction
295(1)
Skin Conductance Response (SCR)
295(1)
Electrogastrogram (EGG)
296(1)
Cardiovascular Arousal (HR and BP)
297(1)
Conclusions
298(5)
References
298(5)
V PATHOPHYSIOLOGICAL MECHANISMS
63 Alpha-Synuclein and Neurodegeneration
Kiren Ubhi
Leslie Crews
Eliezer Masliah
Alpha-SYN in Disease
303(1)
Toxic Species of Alpha-SYN
303(1)
Transgenic Animal Models of αa-Synucleinopathy
304(1)
Therapeutic Approaches to αa-SYN Toxicity
304(1)
Conclusion
305(2)
References
305(2)
64 Insulin Resistance and the Autonomic Nervous System
Megan S. Johnson
Vincent G. Demarco
Adam Whaley-Connell
James R. Sowers
Introduction
307(1)
Sympathetic Activity and Insulin Resistance
307(1)
Insulin Resistance Induces Sympathetic Activation
307(1)
Heightened SNA Induces Insulin Resistance
308(1)
An Integrated View
309(1)
Therapeutic Considerations
310(3)
References
310(3)
65 Salt Sensitivity of Blood Pressure
Cheryl L. Laffer
Fernando Elijovich
Genetics
313(1)
Gene-Environment Interactions
314(1)
Vasoregulatory and Natriuretic Systems
314(3)
Clinical Significance
317(2)
References
318(1)
66 Endothelial Dysfunction
Julian P.J. Halcox
Introduction
319(1)
Normal Endothelial Cell Function
319(1)
Endothelial Cell Dysfunction
319(1)
Clinical Assessment of Endothelial Vasomotor Function
320(1)
Circulating Biomarkers of Endothelial Dysfunction
321(1)
Clinical Consequences of Endothelial Dysfunction
321(1)
Strategies to Improve Endothelial Function
322(1)
Endothelial Dysfunction and Cardiovascular Pathophysiology: Interaction With the Autonomic Nervous System
322(1)
Further Reading
323(2)
67 Inflammation, Immunity and the Autonomic Nervous System
Paul J. Marvar
David G. Harrison
Introduction
325(1)
General Concepts Regarding Innate and Adaptive Immunity
325(1)
The Autonomic Nervous System, Inflammation and Hypertension
326(2)
Conclusion and Perspectives
328(3)
References
328(3)
68 Oxygen Sensing
Nanduri R. Prabhakar
Morphology of the Carotid Body and Measures of O2 Sensing
331(1)
Uniqueness of Carotid Body O2 Sensing
331(1)
O2 Sensors and Transduction of the Hypoxic Stimulus
331(1)
Role of Gas Messengers in Hypoxic Sensing by the Carotid Body
332(1)
Molecular Determinants of O2 Sensing by the Carotid Body
332(1)
Consequences of Carotid Body O2 Sensing on Autonomic Nervous System
333(1)
Acknowledgements
333(2)
References
333(2)
69 Reactive Oxygen Species and Oxidative Stress
Rhian M. Touyz
Introduction
335(1)
Biology of ROS
335(1)
Production and Metabolism of ROS
336(1)
ROS and Autonomic Outflow
337(1)
Conclusions
337(1)
Acknowledgements
338(3)
References
338(3)
VI CARDIOVASCULAR DISORDERS
70 Neurally Mediated Syncope
Satish R. Raj
Introduction
341(1)
Pathophysiology of Neutally Mediated Syncope (NMS)
341(1)
Diagnosis of NMS
341(1)
TILT Table Testing
342(1)
Natural History of NMS
342(1)
NMS Treatment
342(5)
References
343(4)
71 Sympatho-Vagal Imbalance in Hypertension
Guido Grassi
Gino Seravalle
References
347(2)
72 Baroreflex Failure
Jens Jordan
Introduction
349(1)
Causes of Baroreflex Failure
349(1)
Clinical Presentation
349(2)
Diagnosing Baroreflex Failure
351(1)
Treatment
352(1)
Further Reading
352(3)
73 Blood Pressure Variability
Stanley Fernandez
Sirisha Srikakarlapudi
Joseph L. Izzo
Physiologic Control of SNS Outflow
355(1)
Clinical Patterns of BP Variation
355(2)
Further Reading
357(2)
74 Obesity-Associated Hypertension
Cyndya Shibao
Epidemiology
359(1)
Increased Sympathetic Activation in Obesity
359(1)
Sympathetic Activation and Obesity in Minority Populations
360(1)
Sympathetic Activation and Obesity-Associated Hypertension
360(5)
References
361(4)
75 Orthostatic Hypertension
David Robertson
Further Reading
365(5)
76 Heart Failure
John S. Floras
References
370(4)
77 Stress Cardiomyopathy and Takotsubo Syndrome
David Robertson
Kyoko Sato
Further Reading
374(3)
78 Clinical Evaluation of Autonomic Disorders
Paola Sandroni
Approach in History Taking
377(1)
Assessment: Bedside and Laboratory Testing
377(4)
Final Thoughts
381(2)
References
381(2)
79 Tilt Table Studies
Satish R. Raj
Questions About Head-Up Tilt Table Testing
383(6)
References
387(2)
80 Sympathetic Microneurography
B. Gunnar Wallin
Methodology
389(1)
Procedure
389(2)
Analysis
391(1)
Potential Difficulties
392(1)
Acknowledgement
392(1)
References
392(1)
81 Clinical Applications of Microneurography
Tadaaki Mano
Neurological Diseases
393(2)
Cardiovascular Diseases
395(1)
Kidney Diseases
395(1)
Metabolic Syndrome
396(1)
Bone Loss
396(1)
Conclusion
396(3)
References
397(2)
82 Clinical Sympathetic Imaging
David S. Goldstein
Sympathetic Imaging Methods and Agents
399(2)
Sympathetic Imaging in Dysautonomias
401(1)
Association of Noradrenergic Denervation with Synucleinopathy in Lewy Body Diseases
402(3)
References
402(3)
83 Assessment of the Autonomic Control of the Cardiovascular System by a Frequency Domain Approach
Raffaello Furlan
Franca Barbic
Introduction
405(1)
Methodology
405(1)
Cardiovascular Rhythms and Autonomic Neural Control
405(1)
Differential Neural Control of Cardiovascular Variables and of their Spontaneous Variability
406(3)
References
407(2)
84 Assessment of Sudomotor Function
Ronald Schondorf
Tests of Sudomotor Function
409(1)
Axon Reflex Testing
409(2)
Skin Potentials
411(1)
Thermoregulatory Sweating
411(1)
Conclusion
411(2)
References
411(2)
85 Cutaneous Autonomic Innervation: Assessment by Skin Biopsy
Christopher H. Gibbons
Roy Freeman
Introduction
413(1)
Cutaneous Neuroanatomy
413(1)
Skin Biopsies to Evaluate Specific Autonomic Disorders
414(3)
Summary
417(7)
References
417(7)
VII CATECHOLAMINE DISORDERS
86 Pheochromocytoma
Graeme Eisenhofer
Jacques W.M. Lenders
William M. Manger
Further Reading
424(3)
87 Deficiencies of Tetrahydrobiopterin, Tyrosine Hydroxylase and Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase
Keith Hyland
Lauren A. Hyland
Biochemistry
427(1)
Presentation and Neurological Symptoms
427(1)
Diagnosis
428(1)
Treatment
429(2)
References
429(2)
88 Dopamine β-Hydroxylase Deficiency
Emily M. Garland
Clinical Description
431(1)
Diagnosis
432(1)
Differential Diagnosis
433(1)
Genetics
433(1)
Management
433(1)
Mouse Model of DBH Deficiency
433(1)
Further Reading
433(2)
89 Menkes Disease and Other ATP7A-Related Phenotypes
Stephen G. Kaler
Epidemiology
435(1)
Clinical Phenotype
435(1)
Biochemical Phenotypes
435(1)
Autonomic Manifestations
436(1)
Molecular Diagnosis
437(1)
Treatment
437(2)
References
437(2)
90 Norepinephrine Transporter Deficiency
Maureen K. Hahn
NET Deficiency in Cardiovascular Disease
439(1)
Human NET Gene Polymorphisms
439(1)
The NET A457P Variant and Orthostatic Intolerance
439(2)
Other NET Gene Polymorphisms and Cardiovascular Disease
441(1)
NET and Comorbidity of Cardiovascular and Neurobehavioral Disorders
442(2)
References
442(2)
91 Monoamine Oxidase Deficiency
Jacques W.M. Lenders
Graeme Eisenhofer
Further Reading
444(1)
92 Congenital Central Hypoventilation Syndrome (CCHS) and PHOX2B Mutations
Debra E. Weese-Mayer
Pallavi P. Patwari
Casey M. Rand
Andre M. Diedrich
Nancy L. Kuntz
Elizabeth M. Berry-Kravis
Paired-Like Homeobox 2B (PHOX2B) Gene
445(1)
PHOX2B Genotype and CCHS Phenotype Association
445(3)
Comprehensive Clinical Evaluation
448(5)
References
449(4)
VIII AUTONOMIC SYNUCLEINOPATHIES
93 Multiple System Atrophy
David Robertson
Sid Gilman
Background
453(1)
Epidemiology
453(1)
Pathophysiology
453(1)
Clinical Features
454(1)
Differential Diagnosis
454(2)
Special Tests
456(1)
Management
456(1)
Neuroprotective Therapy
456(1)
Further Reading
457(4)
94 Parkinson's Disease
John Y. Fang
Thomas L. Davis
Conclusion
461(2)
References
461(2)
95 Dementia with Lewy Bodies
Sylvia Stemberger
Michaela Stampfer
Gregor K. Wenning
Clinical Aspects and Differential Diagnosis
463(1)
Practical Management
463(2)
Therapy
465(2)
References
466(1)
96 Pure Autonomic Failure
Horacio Kaufmann
Irwin J. Schatz
Differential Diagnosis
467(1)
Catecholamine Studies
467(1)
Neuroendocrine Studies
468(1)
Diagnostic Imaging Techniques
468(1)
Neuropathology
468(1)
Management
468(7)
References
468(7)
IX PERIPHERAL AUTONOMIC DISORDERS
97 Diagnostic Workup of Peripheral Neuropathies with Dysautonomia
Amanda C. Peltier
References
475(2)
98 Diabetic Autonomic Dysfunction
Amanda C. Peltier
Stephen N. Davis
Iris
477(1)
Esophagus
477(1)
Stomach
477(1)
Gallbladder
478(1)
Colon
478(1)
Bladder
478(1)
Penis
479(1)
Vagina
479(1)
Adrenal Medulla
479(1)
Sudomotor
480(1)
Cardiovascular
480(1)
References
481(1)
Further Reading
481(2)
99 Amyloidotic Autonomic Failure
Yadollah Harati
Cecile L. Phan
Immunoglobulin Amyloidosis
483(3)
Reactive Amyloidosis
486(1)
Hereditary Amyloidosis
486(1)
Further Reading
487(2)
100 Autoimmune Autonomic Ganglionopathy
Steven Vernino
Phillip A. Low
Autoimmune Autonomic Ganglionopathy
489(2)
Paraneoplastic Autoimmune Autonomic Neuropathy
491(2)
References
491(2)
101 Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Phillip A. Low
James G. McLeod
Clinical Features
493(1)
Investigations
493(1)
Etiology or Mechanisms
493(1)
Course and Prognosis
494(1)
Management
494(1)
References
494(1)
102 Hereditary Autonomic Neuropathies
Yadollah Harati
Shahram Izadyar
Fabry's Disease
495(1)
Porphyria
496(1)
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2B
497(1)
Hereditary Motor and Sensory Neuropathies Type I and II (Charcot-Marie-Tooth 1 and 2)
498(1)
Type I, II, IV, and V Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy
498(1)
Further Reading
498(1)
103 Familial Dysautonomia (Riley-Day Syndrome)
Horacio Kaufmann, Lucy Norcliffe-Kaufmann and Felicia B. Axelrod
Introduction
499(1)
Clinical Features
499(1)
Genetics
499(1)
Cardiovascular Autonomic Abnormalties
500(1)
Pathology
501(1)
Treatment
502(3)
References
502(3)
X AUTONOMIC DISORDERS
104 Autonomic Disturbances in Spinal Cord Injuries
Christopher J. Mathias
David A. Low
Cardiovascular System
505(2)
Cutaneous Circulation
507(1)
Thermoregulation and Sudomotor Function
507(1)
Gastrointestinal System
508(1)
Urinary System
508(1)
Reproductive System
508(1)
References
508(1)
Further Reading
509(2)
105 Drug-Induced Autonomic Dysfunction
James M. Luther
Introduction
511(1)
Drug-Induced Hypertension
511(1)
Drug-Induced Hypotension
512(2)
Summary
514(3)
References
514(3)
XI ORTHOSTATIC INTOLERANCE
106 Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Phillip A. Low
Paola Sandroni
Introduction
517(1)
Clinical Features and Phenotypes
517(1)
Phenotypes of Pots
517(1)
Follow-Up
518(1)
Management
518(1)
Conclusions
519(1)
Summary
519(2)
References
519(2)
107 Mechanisms of Postural Tachycardia Syndrome
Satish R. Raj
Hyperadrenergic Pots
521(1)
Neuropathic Pots
522(1)
Hypovolemia and Blood Volume Regulation
523(1)
Low Stroke Volume
523(2)
References
523(2)
108 Symptoms and Signs of Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Julian Stewart
Hemodynamics - Tachycardia
525(1)
Reflex Tachycardia in POTS - a Classification Based on Peripheral Blood Flow
526(2)
Summary
528(2)
References
528(2)
109 Delayed Orthostatic Hypotension
Christopher H. Gibbons
Roy Freeman
References
530(1)
110 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and the Autonomic Nervous System
Luis E. Okamoto
Satish R. Raj
Italo Biaggioni
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Autonomic Dysfunction
531(1)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Orthostatic Intolerance
531(2)
Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
533(1)
Neurally Mediated Hypotension
533(1)
Pathophysiology
533(1)
Conclusions
533(2)
References
533(2)
111 Joint Hypermobility Syndrome and Dysautonomia
Girls Jacob
Blair P. Grubb
Introduction
535(1)
Epidemiology and Pathophysiology
535(1)
Clinical Manifestation and Diagnosis
535(1)
Autonomic Dysfunction in JHS
535(2)
Management
537(4)
References
537(4)
XII SPECIAL CLINICAL CONDITIONS
112 Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
Fenna T. Phibbs
P. David Charles
Introduction
541(1)
Clinical Features
541(1)
Medications and Risk Factors
541(2)
Differential Diagnosis
543(1)
Pathogenesis
543(1)
Treatment
543(2)
References
544(1)
113 Migraine and the Autonomic Nervous System
Pietro Cortelli
Functional Anatomy of Migraine
545(1)
Autonomic Symptoms in the Course of the Migraine Attack
545(1)
Interictal Autonomic Dysfunction in Migraine
546(1)
The Pain of Migraine
546(1)
Migraine as a Bio-Behavioral Disorder
547(1)
Migraine as a Reflection of Genetically Determined Adaptive Darwinian Behavioral Responses
547(1)
Conclusion
547(2)
References
547(2)
114 Epilepsy and Autonomic Regulation
Matthias Dutsch
Max J. Hilz
Supratentorial Components of the Central Autonomic Network
549(1)
Infratentorial Components of the Central Autonomic Network
549(1)
Ictal Autonomic Dysfunction
550(1)
Interictal Autonomic Dysfunction
551(2)
References
552(1)
115 Disorders of Sweating
Robert D. Fealey
Hyperhidrosis
553(1)
Hypohidrosis and Anhidrosis
554(7)
References
559(2)
116 Male Erectile Dysfunction
Douglas F. Milam
Mechanism of Erection
561(1)
Etiology of Erectile Dysfunction
562(1)
Neurogenic Erectile Dysfunction
562(1)
Hypogonadism
563(1)
Medical and Surgical Treatment
563(2)
References
563(2)
117 Sleep Apnea
Tomas Konecny
Virend K. Somers
Autonomic Function During Physiologic Sleep
565(1)
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
565(1)
OSA and the Autonomic Nervous System
565(4)
Central Sleep Apnea
569(1)
Acknowledgement
569(2)
References
569(2)
118 Altered Adrenal Function and the Autonomic Nervous System
Subbulaxmi Trikudanathan
Gordon H. Williams
Crosstalk Between Adrenal Cortex and Medulla
571(1)
Primary Adrenal Insufficiency
571(1)
Adrenal Crisis
572(1)
Management
572(1)
Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency
572(1)
Hypoaldosteronism
573(1)
Influence of the Autonomic Nervous System on Adrenocortical Function
573(2)
References
573(2)
119 Mastocytosis
L. Jackson Roberts II
Mastocytosis and Allied Activation Disorders of the Mast Cell
575(1)
Symptoms and Signs
575(1)
Mast Cell Mediators Responsible for the Symptoms and Signs
575(1)
Diagnosis
576(1)
Summary
576(1)
References
576(1)
120 Cocaine Overdose
Andrew Kontak
Wanpen Vongpatanasin
Ronald G. Victor
Effects of Cocaine on the Peripheral Circulation
577(1)
Autonomic Effects of Cocaine on the Heart
577(2)
Effects of Cocaine on Thermoregulation
579(1)
Treatment of Cocaine Overdose
580(1)
Acknowledgements
580(3)
References
580(3)
121 Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Wilfrid Janig
CRPS I is a Neuronal Disorder Involving the CNS
583(1)
Sympathetic Systems Supplying Skin
583(1)
Sympathetic Neurons and Edema, Inflammation and Trophic Changes
584(1)
Sensory Systems of the Skin
585(1)
Somatomotor Changes
585(1)
Initiating Events
586(1)
CRPS and Sympathetically Maintained Pain (SMP)
586(1)
Conclusions
586(1)
Acknowledgement
587(4)
References
587(4)
122 Carcinoid Tumors
Kenneth R. Hande
References
591(2)
123 Paraneoplastic Autonomic Dysfunction
Ramesh K. Khurana
Encephalitis
593(1)
Morvan's Syndrome and Ncuromyotonia
593(1)
Subacute Sensory Neuronopathy
594(1)
Enteric Neuronopathy
594(1)
Autonomic Neuropathy
594(1)
Lambert-Eaton Myasthenic Syndrome
595(1)
Diagnosis
595(1)
Treatment
596(1)
Further Reading
596(1)
124 Abdominal Pain and Cyclic Vomiting
Gisela Chelimsky
Thomas Chelimsky
Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS)
597(1)
Chronic Abdominal Pain
598(3)
References
599(2)
125 Fecal Incontinence
James Ex. Jones
Prevalence of the Condition
601(1)
The Physiological Mechanisms that Sustain Continence of Feces
601(1)
Recto-Anal Sensation and the Urge to Defecate
602(1)
Fecal Incontinence
602(1)
The Mechanism of Action of Sacral Neuromodulation
602(1)
Animal Models
602(3)
References
602(3)
XIII MANAGEMENT OF AUTONOMIC DISORDERS
126 Panic Disorder
Murray Esler
Marlies Alvarenga
David Kaye
Gavin Lambert
Jane Thompson
Jacqui Hastings
Rosemary Schwarz
Margaret Morris
Jeff Richards
Resting Sympathetic Nervous System Function in Panic Disorder
605(1)
Autonomic Nervous Changes During a Panic Attack
606(3)
References
608(1)
127 Physical Measures
Wouter Wieling
Roland D. Thijs
Physical Countermaneuvers
609(1)
External Support
610(1)
Respiratory Maneuvers
611(1)
Conclusion
611(1)
Further Reading
611(2)
128 Water and the Osmopressor Response
Jens Jordan
Introduction
613(1)
The Water-Induced Pressor Response
613(1)
Evidence for Water-Induced Sympathetic Activation
613(1)
A Spinal Sympathetic Reflex?
614(1)
Evidence for an Osmosensitive Mechanism Involving Trpv4
614(1)
Therapeutic Utility of Water Drinking
614(1)
Further Reading
615(2)
129 Droxidopa (L-DOPS)
Horacio Kaufmann
Introduction
617(1)
History
617(1)
Pharmacology
617(2)
Mechanism of Action
619(1)
Clinical Studies
619(2)
References
620(1)
130 Midodrine, Adrenergic Agonists and Antagonists
Janice L. Gilden
Midodrine
621(2)
Adverse effects and Precautions
623(1)
Ephedrine/Other Alpha Agonists
623(1)
Antagonists
624(3)
References
624(3)
131 Agents Potentiating Sympathetic Tone
Cyndya Shibao
Luis Okamoto
Yohimbine
627(1)
Atomoxetine
628(1)
Pyridostigmine
629(2)
References
630(1)
132 Acetylcholinesterase and its Inhibitors
Brett A. English
Andrew A. Webster
Cholinesterases and Acetylcholine Metabolism
631(1)
Molecular Pharmacology of Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors
631(2)
Therapeutic Applications
633(1)
Further Reading
633(2)
133 Fludrocortisone
Davi D Robertson
Rose Marie Robertson
Introduction
635(1)
Mechanism of Effect
635(1)
Clinical Pharmacology
635(1)
Side Effects
636(1)
Long-Term Effects of Fludrocortisone
636(1)
Further Reading
636(3)
134 Acarbose
Cyndya Shibao
Pathophysiology of Postprandial Hypotension in Autonomic Failure
639(1)
Acarbose in the Treatment of Postprandial Hypotension
639(4)
References
641(2)
135 Erythropoietin in Autonomic Failure
Italo Biaggioni
Modulation of Erythropoietin Production by the Autonomic Nervous System
643(1)
The Anemia of Autonomic Failure
643(1)
Recombinant Human Erythropoietin in the Treatment of Orthostatic Hypotension
643(2)
References
644(1)
136 Somatostatin Agonists
Robert Hoeldtke
Introduction
645(1)
Somatostatin and Autonomic Neuropathy
645(1)
Postural Tachycardia Syndrome and Orthostatic Intolerance
646(1)
Postmenopausal Hot Flashes
647(1)
Adverse Effects of Somatostatin Analogs
647(1)
Summary
648(1)
References
648(1)
Further Reading
648(1)
137 Harnessing the Autonomic Nervous System for Therapeutic Intervention
Murray Esler
Pharmacological and Surgical Targeting of the Autonomic Nervous System
649(1)
"Harnessing" the Autonomic Nervous System
649(4)
References
652(1)
138 Acupuncture Regulation of Cardiovascular Function
John C. Longhurst
Introduction
653(1)
Western Understanding of Acupuncture
653(1)
Neurological Substrate
653(3)
Clinical Role of Acupuncture
656(1)
Outstanding Issues in Acupuncture Research
657(2)
References
657(2)
139 Bionic Baroreflex
Takayuki Sato
Andre Diedrich
Kenji Sunagawa
Introduction
659(1)
Bionic Baroreflex System
659(2)
Epidural Catheter Approach for Human BBS
661(1)
Feasiblity Study of BBS in Patients with High Cervical Spinal Cord Injury
662(1)
Implantable BBS
662(3)
References
662(3)
XIV EXPERIMENTAL AUTONOMIC NEUROSCIENCE
140 Anesthetic Management in Autonomic Disorders
Chih-Cherng Lu
Shung-Tai Ho
Che-Se Tung
Introduction
665(1)
Clinical Presentation and Assessment
665(1)
Pathophysiology
665(1)
Preoperative Management
666(1)
Anesthetic Management
666(1)
Special Consideration for Anesthesia
666(2)
Summary
668(1)
References
668(1)
141 Evolution of the Cardiovascular Autonomic Nervous System in Vertebrates
Tobias Wang
The Autonomic Nervous System in Vertebrates
669(1)
Comparative Aspects of the Autonomic Regulation of the Cardiovascular System
670(5)
References
673(2)
142 Human Physiome
Peter Hunter
Introduction
675(1)
Physiome Standards
675(2)
Modeling the Autonomic Nervous System
677(2)
Conclusions
679(2)
References
680(1)
143 Modeling the Autonomic Nervous System
Ilya A. Rybak
Yaroslav I. Molkov
Julian F. R. Paton
Ana P.L. Abdala
Daniel B. Zoccal
Large-Scale Computational Model of the Brainstem Sympatho-Respiratory Network
681(1)
Modeling the Effects of Baroreceptor Activation on the Respiratory Pattern: Insights Into Respiratory-Sympathetic Interactions
681(3)
Sympathetic Nerve Activity Following Chronic Intermittent Hypoxia-Induced Sensitization of Central Chemoreceptors
684(5)
References
689(1)
144 Optogenetics
Sergey Kasparov
Introduction
689(1)
Optogenetic Reporters
689(1)
Means of Gene Delivery
690(1)
Conclusion
691(1)
Acknowledgements
691(2)
References
691(2)
Index 693
Dr. Phillip Low is a Neurologist at the Mayo Clinic focusing on Autonomic Disorders. Phillip A. Low, M.D. has a long-standing research focus on clinical and laboratory research into the cause and treatment of autonomic disorders. Efforts have been concentrated on following major areas: multiple system atrophy; development of novel biomarkers and tests and instruments to study autonomic disorders; diagnosis and treatment of autonomic neuropathies; conducting randomized clinical trials. Dr. Low's research has been continuously funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for over the past 30 years.