Full Description
The study of free radicals and their role in the development and progression of diseases has gained importance in recent decades, providing invaluable insights into the fundamental mechanisms of pathology. This new book describes the role of free radicals and their deleterious impact on human health, offering a deep understanding of the molecular and cellular processes involved in disease progression and helping to bridge the gap between scientific research and its applicability.
The chapters provide an examination of different diseases that are seen to be caused by harmful free radicals. The book also unravels the origin of free radicals and their intricate relationship with vital biomolecules. Through an examination of the diverse diseases affected by free radicals, the book uncovers their pivotal role in the pathology of conditions such as cancer, cardiovascular disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, diabetes, dyslipidemia, stroke, epilepsy, and others. The chapters also establish the delicate balance of the body's antioxidant defense system, which plays a crucial role in mitigating the harmful effects of free radicals on human health.
Contents
1. Introduction to Free Radicals 2. Role of Free Radicals in Diabetes 3. Free Radicals and Diabetic Complications 4. Role of Free Radicals in Diabetic Wounds 5. Free Radicals and Atherosclerosis 6. Reactive Oxygen Species and Dyslipidemia 7. Free Radicals and Hypertension 8. Free Radicals and Stroke 9. Free Radicals and Arrhythmia 10. Free Radicals and Cardiometabolic Disorders 11. Role of Free Radicals in the Pathogenesis of Obesity 12. Free Radicals and Alzheimer's Disease 13. Free Radicals and Parkinson's Disease 14. The Role of Oxidative Stress in the Onset of Epilepsy 15. Free Radicals and Depression: Crosstalk 16. Relationship Between Free Radicals and Anxiety Assemblage 17. Free Radicals and Dementia 18. Free Radicals-Induced Migraine 19. Free Radicals and COPD 20. Free Radicals and Tuberculosis 21. Oxidative Stress in Rheumatoid Arthritis 22. Impact of Free Radicals in Pathogenesis of Osteoarthritis 23. Free Radicals: A Twin-Edged Sword in Cancer Generation and Prevention 24. Free Radicals and AIDS 25. Free Radicals and Kidney Disorders 26. Role of Oxidative Stress in Ocular Disorders
