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 Montelukast attenuates the airway response to hypertonic saline in moderate-to-severe COPD -- Zühlke et al. 22 ...
of the bronchoconstrictor response to hypertonic saline by montelukast
Makker HK, Holgate ST. The contribution of neurogenic reflexes to hypertonic saline-induced bronchoconstriction in asthma.
leukotrienes are involved in the hypertonic saline response
http://erj.ersjournals.com/cgi/content/full/22/6/926   (2692 words)

  
 Increased heat-escape/cold-seeking behavior following hypertonic saline injection in rats -- Nagashima et al. 280 (4): ...
We examined the effect of hypertonic saline injection on heat-escape/cold-seeking behavior in desalivated rats.
In the present study, we evaluated the effect of hypertonic saline injection on heat-escape/cool-seeking behavior in the rats
Increased heat-escape/cold-seeking behavior following hypertonic saline injection in rats -- Nagashima et al.
http://ajpregu.physiology.org/cgi/content/full/280/4/R1031   (3722 words)

  
 Hypertonic Fascia
Fascial-release techniques, then, are as important in myofascial therapy as are muscle-relaxing techniques; both are critical to giving patients enduring relief from pain.
Many chiropractors are victims of the illusion that clearing a patient of trigger points is all that needs to be done.
As a constricting entity, fascia can sabotage the best attempts to relieve pain that are directed only to trigger points and hypertonic muscles.
http://www.chiroweb.com/archives/08/04/14.html   (678 words)

  
 Hypertonic
Massage Therapist with hypertonic and sore neck and scapula regions....
Journal of Family Practice: Isotonic saline or hypertonic saline: which is best...
JAMA -- Abstract: Prehospital Hypertonic Saline Resuscitation of Patients With H...
http://www.scienceoxygen.com/biology/91.html   (217 words)

  
 Hypertonic Induction of Aquaporin-5 Expression through an ERK-dependent Pathway -- Hoffert et al. 275 (12): 9070 -- ...
ERK pathway inhibitors prevent hypertonic induction of AQP5.
Hypertonic Induction of Aquaporin-5 Expression through an ERK-dependent Pathway -- Hoffert et al.
Specific ERK Pathway Inhibitors Prevent Hypertonic Induction of AQP5-- Because hypertonic stress activated the ERK pathway but not the JNK or p38 MAP kinase pathways in MLE-15 cells, we examined
http://www.jbc.org/cgi/content/full/275/12/9070   (5060 words)

  
 Release of ATP induced by hypertonic solutions in Xenopus oocytes -- Aleu et al. 547 (1): 209 -- The Journal of ...
The NTPDase activity of the intact oocyte surface was measured in isotonic and hypertonic conditions (Fig.
We investigated the activity in isotonic and hypertonic conditions.
Our studies have focused entirely on ATP release induced by hypertonic stress, but ATP release may also be induced in Xenopus oocytes by mechanical stress (Maroto and Hamill, 2001) and hyperpolarizing pulses (Bodas et al.
http://jp.physoc.org/cgi/content/full/547/1/209   (6876 words)

  
 Hypertonic perfusion inhibits intracellular Na and Ca accumulation in hypoxic myocardium -- Ho et al. 278 (5): 953 -- ...
hearts were perfused under hypertonic normoxic conditions, 60
pathway (with EIPA or hypertonic perfusion), Na efflux must be
The impetus for this work arose in part from our awareness of, and involvement with, previous studies in which it was shown
http://ajpcell.physiology.org/cgi/content/full/278/5/C953   (6858 words)

  
 Hypertonic Fluids for Sepsis and Shock: Ready for Prime Time?
One multicenter analysis of 422 trauma patients saw a drop in the complication rate after the administration of 7.5% hypertonic saline with dextran.[2] Although no overall effect on mortality was found, subgroup analysis revealed that survival was increased among the patients given hypertonic fluids who later underwent surgery.
Another multicenter trial of hypotensive trauma patients demonstrated that 7.5% hypertonic saline with dextran produced greater improvement in blood pressure than did lactated Ringer’s solution.[3] Again, no overall difference in mortality was seen, but subgroup analysis suggested that hypertonic fluids increased survival in patients with a Glasgow Coma Scale score below 9.
Efficacy of hypertonic 7.5% saline and 6% dextran-70 in treating trauma: a meta-analysis of controlled clinical studies.
http://www.pulmonaryreviews.com/jun03/pr_jun03_fluids.html   (850 words)

  
 Nebulized 3% Hypertonic Saline Solution Treatment in Hospitalized Infants With Viral Bronchiolitis -- Mandelberg et al. ...
Nasr, SZ, Kuhns, LR, Brown, RW, et al Use of computerized tomography and chest X-rays in evaluating efficacy of aerosolized recombinant human DNase in cystic fibrosis patients younger than age 5 years: a preliminary study.
severe CF treated with hypertonic saline solution inhalations.
Tomooka, LT, Murphy, C, Davidson, TM Clinical study and literature review of nasal irrigation.
http://www.chestjournal.org/cgi/content/full/123/2/481   (3307 words)

  
 Hypertonicity increases cAMP in PMN and blocks oxidative burst by PKA-dependent and -independent mechanisms -- Orlic et ...
Suppression of superoxide formation by hypertonic stress is sensitive to manipulations of cAMP levels with PDE and AC inhibitors.
in the potential therapeutic use of hypertonic solutions, the
cAMP levels correlated with applied hypertonicity and the degree
http://ajpcell.physiology.org/cgi/content/full/282/6/C1261   (5142 words)

  
 Sodium Hypertonic -
use of alternative therapies (hypertonic NaCl, sodium-free buffers, hyperventilation), are...
Full text of the article, 'Influence of hypertonic saline solution infusion on defibrillation efficacy' from CHEST, a publication in the field of Health & Fitness, is provided free of charge by LookSmart's FindArticles service.
Hypertonic hyponatremia: Patients with hypertonic hyponatremia have normal...
http://sodium.fmqg.com/index.php?k=sodium-hypertonic   (1078 words)

  
 Elevation of Ouabainlike Compound Levels With Hypertonic Sodium Chloride Load in Rat Plasma and Tissues -- Yamada et ...
OLC may be more important in the response to acute hypertonic
that OLC may be more important in the response to acute hypertonic
NaCl load in rats and suggest that OLC may be involved in the
http://hyper.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/30/1/94   (2936 words)

  
 Disruption of F-actin stimulates hypertonic activation of the BGT1 transporter in MDCK cells -- Bricker et al. 284 (5): ...
This change was established within 1 h of drug addition (not shown).
Uptake data are means ± SE from 4 separate experiments.
In contrast, cytochalasin D did not change GABA uptake
http://ajprenal.physiology.org/cgi/content/full/284/5/F930   (4543 words)

  
 Hypertonic versus near isotonic crystalloid for fluid resuscitation in critically ill patients (Cochrane Review)
Authors' conclusions: This review does not give us enough data to be able to say whether hypertonic crystalloid is better than isotonic and near isotonic crystalloid for the resuscitation of patients with trauma, burns, or those undergoing surgery.
Hypertonic versus near isotonic crystalloid for fluid resuscitation in critically ill patients (Cochrane Review)
Objectives: To determine whether hypertonic crystalloid decreases mortality in patients with hypovolaemia.
http://www.cochrane.org/cochrane/revabstr/AB002045.htm   (435 words)

  
 Perturbation of the Nucleus: A Novel Hog1p-independent, Pkc1p-dependent Consequence of Hypertonic Shock in Yeast -- ...
Because the Hog1p pathway is stimulated by hypertonic shock, we hypothesized that it would be required for the relocation
Our observations have also indicated a further complexity in the nuclear response to hypertonic shock: excess Hog1p antagonizes
those effects of hypertonicity that are mediated by Pkc1p.
http://www.molbiolcell.org/cgi/content/full/12/6/1835   (3969 words)

  
 Hypertonic or Isotonic - which is best for you??
This is the reason why persons with heart conditions limit their salt intake.
We have found the products help our players that suffer from allergies and sinus problems."
Hypertonic saline does not improve nasal symptoms or illness duration in patients with the common cold or rhinosinusitis.
http://www.pharmacy-solutions.com/hypertonic.htm   (1163 words)

  
 Relation of the hypertonic saline responsiveness of the airways to exercise induced asthma symptom severity and to ...
bronchoconstrictor responses to exercise and hypertonic saline are reported
No significant correlation was found between the exercise induced asthma
induced asthma, the response to an ultrasonically nebulised hypertonic
http://thorax.bmjjournals.com/cgi/content/abstract/48/2/142   (382 words)

  
 Bradley/Kenwood OTC Products: Entsol Hypertonic Saline Nasal Therapies
Hypertonic saline lavage or moisturizing therapies such as ENTSOL
Bradley/Kenwood OTC Products: Entsol Hypertonic Saline Nasal Therapies
• 71% of patients in the hypertonic saline group showed improved
http://www.bradpharm.com/products/kenwood/otc/ENTSOL.htm   (150 words)

  
 Induced Sputum : Comparison Between Isotonic and Hypertonic Saline Solution Inhalation in Patients With Asthma -- ...
suggesting that hypertonic stimulus does not induce degranulation
inhalation, thereby suggesting that hypertonic saline solution inhalation
Comparison Between Isotonic and Hypertonic Saline Solution Inhalation in Patients With Asthma
http://www.chestjournal.org/cgi/content/full/120/6/1815   (2993 words)

  
 The New England Journal of Medicine: Research & Review Articles on Diseases & Clinical Practice
Twice-daily treatment with inhaled hypertonic saline after the inhalation of a bronchodilator was associated with improved FEV
Long-Term Hypertonic Saline in Patients with Cystic Fibrosis
The investigators provide in vivo and in vitro data suggesting that the therapeutic effect of inhaled hypertonic saline derives from sustained acceleration of mucus clearance.
http://content.nejm.org   (492 words)

  
 hypertonic
To the Editor: Dr Cooper and colleagues 1 found no benefit to prehospital administration of 250 mL of 7.5% hypertonic saline among patients with hypotension...
Hypertonic Saline for Prehospital Treatment of Traumatic Brain...
These were virtually identical—38.1% for patients treated with hypertonic saline (HTS) and 38.9% Ringer's lactate solution, the control group, and do not...
http://www.mongabay.com/igapo/biotech/hypertonic.html   (359 words)

  
 Regulation of Cell Cycle Progression by Swe1p and Hog1p Following Hypertonic Stress -- Alexander et al. 12 (1): 53 -- ...
Swe1p in the response to hypertonic shock was examined.
Because hypertonic stress causes the activation of the HOG pathway (Brewster et al.
in G2 phase may be sufficient to mediate the hypertonic stress-induced
http://www.molbiolcell.org/cgi/content/full/12/1/53   (6306 words)

  
 The MSDS HyperGlossary: Electrolyte
Electrolyte imbalance can be a life-threatening condition if not immediately treated.
Intravenous Therapy at NurseWise.com discusses hyptonic, hypertonic and isotonic solutions in more detail.
When the electrolyte concentration of your blood is higher than that inside your cells, we call this a hypertonic state.
http://www.ilpi.com/msds/ref/electrolyte.html   (382 words)

  
 HYPERTONIC SOLUTIONS IN LARGE BURNS
The clinical and laboratory tests are routine with no need of sophisticated monitoring.
It seems that the primary event may be the change in oxygen consumption (5).
Although we do not recommend the use of hypertonic solutions in specific eases where larger amounts of fluids are required, as in impending or established renal damage, the treatment of burn shock by this method offers ' a physiological way of treatment with special stress on less volume and adequate sodium and albumin replacement.
http://www.medbc.com/annals/review/vol_4/num_2/text/vol4n2p73.htm   (927 words)

  
 IngentaConnect Isotonic and hypertonic sodium loading in supine humans
The supine position does not provide stable time control conditions with regard to renal excretory function.
However, as the two loading procedures induced similar natriureses during different volumetric stimuli, part of the natriuresis elicited by hypertonic saline could be mediated by stimulation of osmoreceptors involved in renal sodium excretion.
Renal sodium excretion increased more than a factor of four with isotonic and hypertonic saline but also increased during time control (factor of three).
http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/bsc/aps/1999/00000166/00000001/art00528   (380 words)

  
 Nebulised hypertonic saline for cystic fibrosis
Currently there is insufficient evidence to support the use of hypertonic saline as routine treatment for people with cystic fibrosis.
All controlled trials assessing the effect of hypertonic saline compared to placebo or other mucolytic therapy, for any duration or dose regimen in people with cystic fibrosis of any age or severity.
To investigate the effects of treatment with nebulised hypertonic saline on people with cystic fibrosis compared to placebo and or other treatments that enhance mucociliary clearance.
http://www.cochrane.org/reviews/en/ab001506.html   (560 words)

  
 Effects of hypertonic saline on expression of human polymorphonuclear leukocyte adhesion molecules -- Thiel et al. 70 ...
Effects of hypertonic saline on expression of human polymorphonuclear leukocyte adhesion molecules
Effects of hypertonic saline on expression of human polymorphonuclear leukocyte adhesion molecules -- Thiel et al.
Hypertonic Saline Dextran Improves Outcome After Hypothermic Circulatory Arrest: A Study in a Surviving Porcine Model
http://www.jleukbio.org/cgi/content/abstract/70/2/261   (325 words)

  
 Hypertonic - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The opposite of hypertonic is hypotonic, where the net movement of water is into the cell; the intermediate state is called isotonic, where there is no net movement of water.
In a hypertonic environment, osmosis causes water to flow out of the cell.
Hypotonic means it has a lower concentration compared to the cell.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypertonic   (326 words)

  
 MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Hemorrhagic stroke
In addition, brain bleeding may cause swelling of surrounding brain tissue, and this may require therapy with some drugs called hyperosmotic agents (mannitol, glycerol, and hypertonic saline solutions).
Bedrest may be advised to avoid increasing the pressure in the head (intracranial pressure).
These problems need to be addressed immediately by doctors.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000761.htm   (1905 words)

  
 ENTSOLWASH - Drug free hypertonic nasal relief
Buffered Hypertonic Saline Nasal Wash is a comprehensive line of nasal wash therapies designed to alleviate a broad array of common problems associated with the sinuses and nasal passages.
It is designed as a preventative therapy and natural maintenance regimen to help reduce nasal swelling, increase ciliary flow, and gently clear sinus passages for adults and children suffering from:
http://www.entsolwash.com   (184 words)

  
 Herbal Tinctures - Natural medicine for balance, harmony & healing
Use is also not recommended “for patients in febrile states, hypertonic crisis or myocardial infarction.
Persons with heart problems, hypertension or persons who have a high metabolism are advised not to take Siberian Ginseng.
http://she.soulopen.com/she/herb-t.htm   (6866 words)

  
 Hypertonic solution definition - Medical Dictionary definitions of popular medical terms
Hypertonic solution definition - Medical Dictionary definitions of popular medical terms
Hypertonic solution: A solution with a higher salt concentration than in normal cells of the body and the blood.
Please consult your healthcare provider before beginning any course of supplementation or treatment.
http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=3851   (154 words)

  
 Electrolyte - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The drinks commonly sold to the public are isotonic (with osmolality close to that of blood), with hypotonic (with a lower osmolality) and hypertonic (with a higher osmolality) varieties available to athletes, depending on their nutritional needs.
Sports drinks such as Gatorade are electrolyte drinks with large amounts of added carbohydrates, such as glucose, to provide energy.
Because sports drinks contain very high levels of sugar, they are not recommended for regular use by children.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrolyte   (749 words)

  
 hypertonic - OneLook Dictionary Search
hypertonic : The On-line Medical Dictionary [home, info]
hypertonic : Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary [home, info]
hypertonic : Stedman's Online Medical Dictionary, 27th Edition [home, info]
http://www.onelook.com/?w=hypertonic   (193 words)

  
 Lab Manual Exercise # 1
Hypertonic and Hypotonic: When comparing two solutions, such as the inside of a red blood cell (RBC) with the solution they are placed in, the solution with the greater salt concentration is hypertonic, while the solution with the lower salt concentration is hypotonic.
Compared with the RBCs, a 10% NaCl solution is hypertonic while a 0.1 % NaCl is hypotonic.
Since they are hypertonic compared with the water or soil, the root cells can take in water molecules and do not become plasmolyzed.
http://waynesword.palomar.edu/lmexer1.htm   (7353 words)

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