Developmental progression of lymphatic valve morphology and function
Introduction: The bileaflet valves found in collecting lymphatic vessels and some veins are essential for maintaining a unidirectional flow, which is important for lymphatic and venous function. Under an adverse pressure gradient, the two leaflets tightly overlap to prevent backflow. Valves are prop...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2024-02-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcell.2024.1331291/full |