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Microcirculation & Lymphatics

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The microcirculation is the functional heart of the cardiovascular system — where the entire purpose of circulation, namely exchange of gases, nutrients and waste, actually occurs. This topic unifies Starling forces, oedema physiology and the lymphatic safety valve, and is a non-negotiable prerequisite for portal hypertension, ascites and nephrotic oedema. The microcirculation comprises all vessels below ~100 µm i

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