New developments in myocardial ischemia research

Content: NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN MYOCARDIAL ISCHEMIA RESEARCH
 NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN MYOCARDIAL ISCHEMIA RESEARCH
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 Contents
 Preface
 Chapter 1: Stem Cells Sources for Cardiac Regeneration: Basic Principles and Route of Delivery
 Abstract
 List of Abbreviations
 Introduction --
Stem Cells
 1. Basics of Stem Cell Biology
 2. Cardiac Stem Cell Transplantation
 3. Stem Cell Types Used for Transplantation and Relevant Studies
 4. Adipose Tissue Derived Stem Cells
 5. Cardiac Stem Cells
 6. Adult Cardiac Stem Cell Plasticity
 7. Methods for Stem Cell Delivery 8. Unresolved Problems in Stem Cell Transplantation for Heart FailureConclusion
 References
 Chapter 2: Cardiac Stem/Progenitor Cells and Cardiac Regeneration
 Abstract
 What Is a Stem Cell
 A Paradigm Shift in Human Myocardial Biology
 Types of Stem Cells
 C-Kit Stem Cells
 Cardiosphere-Derived Cardiac Stem Cells
 Myocardial Repair
 Cell Therapy: Preclinical and Clinical Studies
 Myocardial Tissue Engineering
 Conclusion
 References
 Chapter 3: Mesenchymal Stromal Cells and Cardiovascular Regeneration
 Abstract
 Introduction
 Cell Sources for Cardiovascular Regeneration Other Potential Uses of ADSCsConclusion
 References
 Chapter 4: Epicardial Adipose Tissue as a Source of Progenitor Cells for Cardiac Regeneration
 Abstract
 Cardiac Regeneration
 Epicardial Adipose Tissue
 Epicardial vs Subcutaneous Adipose Tissue
 Conclusion
 References
 Chapter 5: Telomeres, Telomerase and Cardiac Regeneration
 Abstract
 Abbreviations and Acronyms
 Introduction
 Telomerase Structure, Biological Function, and Roles in Cardiovascular Development and Disorders
 Telomerase, Cell Growth, Oxidative Stress and Apoptosis Role of Telomerase in the Regulation of Stem Cell Proliferation and DifferentiationConclusion
 References
 Chapter 6: Endothelial Shear Stress and Myocardial Regeneration
 Abstract
 Introduction
 Methods
 Conclusion
 References
 Chapter 7: New Biomolecular Aspects in Ischemic Heart Disease
 Abstract
 Introduction
 Adhesion Molecules As Markers of Platelet Aggregation
 Causative Role of Lipids in Atherosclerosis
 Inflammatory Biomarkers
 Receptor for Advanced Glycation End-products
 Genome Wide Study
 miRNA Levels in Biofluids
 Conclusion
 References
 Chapter 8: Tako-Tsubo Syndrome
 Abstract IntroductionEtiology
 Epidemiology
 Presentation and Clinical Features
 Clinical Diagnosis of Tako-Tsubo Syndrome
 Evolution of the Contemporary Diagnostic Criteria of Tako-Tsubo Syndrome
 Differential Diagnosis of Acute Anterior Myocardial Infarction and Tako-Tsubo Syndrome
 Pathophysiology
 Estrogen Depletion
 Multivessel Epicardial Coronary Artery Spasm
 Microvascular Dysfunction
 Atherosclerosis
 Role of Nitric Oxide Signalling Pathways in Pathogenesis of TS
 Postischemic Ventricular Dysfunction and Tako-Tsubo Syndrome
 Electocardiography in Tako-Tsubo Syndrome