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venule [′ven·yül] (anatomy) A small vein. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Neutrophil-derived oxidants promote leukocyte adherence in postcapillary venules. Building on the initial suggestion of Reed,[22] we currently believe that HVPC curbs edema by influencing the behavior of the endothelial lining of postcapillary venules, the site at which most protein and water exchange typically occurs between the vasculature and the interstitium. Increased permeability of postcapillary venules to plasma proteins is the predominant mechanism by which post-traumatic edema occurs. |
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