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Renal Hemodynamics

Meaning

Renal hemodynamics describes the intricate physiological processes governing blood flow and pressure within the renal circulation, which are essential for maintaining glomerular filtration and overall kidney function. This involves the regulation of afferent and efferent arteriolar tone, which determines the glomerular capillary hydrostatic pressure and the filtration rate. Hormones, particularly those of the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System ($text{RAAS}$), play a central role in modulating these vascular resistances.