Mechanisms and control of repolarization.

Carmeliet, E · Eur Heart J · 1993

review · Level V

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Abstract

This paper describes and discusses interventions that may lead to prolongation of the action potential. Special emphasis is given to regulation by drugs. The results of studies focusing on the modulation of inward and outward currents are presented in detail. Specific attention is given to Na+, Ca2+, K+ and Cl- channel currents and their components.

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