Arterialized collateral capillaries progress from non ‐reactive to capable of increasing perfusion in an ischemic tree

ConclusionsACCs mature into resistance vessels that regulate blood flow to the downstream tissue. Therefore, induction of mature ACCs may be a target for reducing ischemia in patients who lack collateral networks.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

Source: Microcirculation - November 1, 2017 Category: Research Authors: Kenneth H Gouin, Sara K Hellstrom, Lindsay E Clegg, Joshua Cutts, Feilim Mac Gabhann, Trevor R Cardinal Tags: Original Research Source Type: research