This review systematically introduces the functional connections among cardiovascular centers from spinal cord to cortex, and the mechanisms underlying pressor or depressor response of these cardiovascular centers, including the pathways, transmitters and receptors involved. The pressor or depressor response of these cardiovascular centers is mainly mediated by RVLM-sympathetic vasoconstrictor nerve system.
Blood Pressure ; physiology ; Central Nervous System ; physiology ; Cerebral Cortex ; physiology ; Humans ; Hypothalamus ; physiology ; Medulla Oblongata ; physiology ; Spinal Cord ; physiology