Different metabolic effects of selective and nonselective beta-blockers rather than mere heart rate reduction may be the mechanisms by which beta-blockade prevents cardiovascular events.
Fragasso
Gabriele
G
Cera
Michela
M
Margonato
Alberto
A
D000319:Adrenergic beta-Antagonists / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D000959:Antihypertensive Agents / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000401:mortality; D006339:Heart Rate / Q000187:drug effects*; D006801:Humans; D006973:Hypertension / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000401:mortality
D000319:Adrenergic beta-Antagonists; D000959:Antihypertensive Agents