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Lymphatic endothelium

2003; Rockefeller University Press; Volume: 163; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1083/jcb.200308082

1540-8140

Michael S. Pepper, Mihaela Skobe,

Sympathectomy and Hyperhidrosis Treatments

The lymphatic microvasculature is uniquely adapted for the continuous removal of interstitial fluid and proteins, and is an important point of entry for leukocytes and tumor cells. The traditional view that lymphatic capillaries are passive participants in these tasks is currently being challenged. This overview highlights recent advances in our understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying the formation and function of lymphatic vessels.