Amazon.com description: Product Description: In these proceedings prominent scientists worldwide from various disciplines pool their knowledge on the basic mechanisms and pharmacological aspects of calcium channel modulators in heart and smooth muscle. Particular emphasis is paid to the biochemical and molecular biological facets of the subject. The result of their collective efforts is a detailed and state-of-the-art report.

The scientific data compiled in this book are useful for both the novice and the established researcher. They are divided into five parts concerning
* receptor-operated and voltage-dependent mechanisms
* excitation-contraction coupling in smooth muscles
* pharmacodynamic effects of calcium channel modulators * model systems for myocardial ischemia and calcium channels * drug design and new approaches.

These proceedings are a significant contribution to studies on the various mechanisms underlying cardiovascular diseases, the primary cause of mortality in the world.