Abnormal microvascular perfusion, including decreased functional capillary density and
increased blood flow heterogeneity, is observed in early stages of the systemic inflammatory …

Septic shock is a life-threatening condition in both critically ill medical patients and surgical
patients during the perioperative phase. In septic shock, specific alterations in global …

The microcirculation is a complex system, which regulates the balance between oxygen
demand and supply of parenchymal cells. In addition, the peripheral microcirculation has an …

Microcirculation is a key element in the pathophysiology of sepsis. Even if microcirculation-
targeted therapy is not yet ready for the prime time, understanding the processes implicated …

The microcirculation is the part of the circulation where oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and
waste products are exchanged between circulating blood and parenchymal cells. The …

What is microcirculatory shock? : Current Opinion in Critical Care What is microcirculatory
shock? : Current Opinion in Critical Care Log in or Register Subscribe to journalSubscribe Get …

The microcirculation is unique in its anatomy and physiology and is a self-contained organ
system within the human body. It is the site where gas exchange and nutrient supply takes …

Microvascular alterations were first described in critically ill patients about 20 years ago.
These alterations are characterized by a decrease in vascular density and presence of non …

Multiple experimental and human trials have shown that microcirculatory alterations are
frequent in sepsis. In this review, we discuss the characteristics of these alterations, the …

Microcirculatory perfusion is disturbed in sepsis. Recent research has shown that
maintaining systemic blood pressure is associated with inadequate perfusion of the …