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Record 1 2012-01-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Nervous System
DEF

A receptor which is sensitive to pressure variations.

CONT

Low-pressure baroreceptors (stretch receptors) are also located in the heart, particularly in the atria and the pulmonary veins, with fewer in the ventricles. Increased stretch of the atrial receptors can induce tachycardia (the Bainbridge reflex).

Key term(s)
  • baroceptor

French

Domaine(s)
  • Système nerveux
DEF

Récepteur sensible aux variations de pression.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Sistema nervioso
DEF

Receptor sensitivo estimulable por la presión.

OBS

Incluye a los receptores táctiles.

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