Flow Regulation Articles & Analysis
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One of the primary functions of SMECs is the regulation of blood flow to skeletal muscles. During physical activity, the demand for oxygen and nutrients increases dramatically. ...
In states of decompensation, whether it be acute or acute on chronic, thoracic duct flow increases (on average to ≈8 mL/minute).59 However, while flow is increased, the flow capacity of the lymphatic system is overwhelmed by the increase capillary filtration leading to tissue edema; that is, there is a relative deficiency in lymphatic ...
The heart’s circulatory system and coronary flow regulation are highly adapted to the vital role of the heart in sustaining life and to everyday physiological challenges. Understanding coronary physiology is key for treating patients with ischemic heart disease in general, and patients with acute ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) specifically. ...
What is a Gas Humidifier? A gas humidifier is an instrument for artificially warming and humidifying respiratory gas for mechanically ventilated patients. When natural respiratory humidification decreases pulmonic infections and damage to lung tissue may ...
To sustain the aquarium’s over 5,000 sea creatures, the regulated flow and ongoing maintenance of this life support system rely on a vast series of thermoplastic valves for control and ...