The glycocalyx: a novel diagnostic and therapeutic target in sepsis

The glycocalyx is a gel-like layer covering the luminal surface of vascular endothelial cells. It is comprised of membrane-attached proteoglycans, glycosaminoglycan chains, glycoproteins, and adherent plasma p...

Source: Critical Care - January 17, 2019 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Ryo Uchimido, Eric P. Schmidt and Nathan I. Shapiro Tags: Review Source Type: research