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World J Cardiol. Sep 26, 2026; 18(9): 125211
Published online Sep 26, 2026. doi: 10.4330/wjc.125211
Table 2 Pathophysiological substantiation of hypotheses about cardiorespiratory coordination changes in arterial hypertension
Pathway
Expected direction of cardiorespiratory coordination change
Substantiation
Reduced baroreflex sensitivityDecrease (fewer coordinated heart beats)Weakening of the afferent signal modulating respiration
HypersympathicotoniaIncrease (similar to sleep apnea and preeclampsia)Increased central respiratory activity
Endothelial dysfunctionIndeterminateLack of direct data


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