Architecture and Hemodynamics of Microvascular Networks

摘要: The main function of the circulation is to transport materials between different parts body. Transport over large distances accomplished by convection, in blood flowing through vessels. Exchange and tissues occurs mainly short peripheral vascular beds, which consist numerous very small vessels (the microcirculation). These microvessels provide a surface area for exchange, bring into close proximity nearly all most organs. at this microscopic level diffusion, active cellular transport, or convective motion water microvessel walls.