What are the major physiological factors influencing capillary blood flow? What are the major biochemicals released from vascular endothelium that may cause vasoconstriction or vasodilation. How is RAAS system activated in patients with hypertension? What medication can help?

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What are the major physiological factors influencing capillary blood flow? What are the major biochemicals released from vascular endothelium that may cause vasoconstriction or vasodilation.

How is RAAS system activated in patients with hypertension? What medication can help?

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