This course presents the basic concepts involved in regulation of local blood flow, transcapillary exchange, and interstitial transport. These topics are integrated to emphasize the importance of the cardiovascular system in maintaining the cellular environment. One focus is on the quantification of microvascular permeability to plasma proteins. A second focus is on mechanisms of intrinsic vascular tone and regulation of blood flow. A special emphasis is placed on the pathophysiology related to both areas.
Classes combine didactic presentations and student-lead discussions of current publications.
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