A combination of extrinsic (passive) and intrinsic (active) forces move lymph against a
hydrostatic pressure gradient in most regions of the body. The effectiveness of the lymph …

The mammalian intestine is richly supplied with lymphatic vasculature, which has functions
ranging from maintenance of interstitial fluid balance to transport of antigens, antigen …

The glymphatic system is a glial-dependent waste clearance pathway in the central nervous
system, devoted to drain away waste metabolic products and soluble proteins such as …

Background Chylous ascites is rare, accounting for less than 1% of cases. An appropriate
and stepwise approach to its diagnosis and management is of key importance. Aim To …

In this pilot study, we analyzed effects of transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBM, 1267 nm,
32 J/cm^ 2) on clearance of beta-amyloid (Aβ) from the mouse brain. The …

Transduction of mechanical forces and chemical signals affect every cell in the human body.
Fluid flow in systems such as the lymphatic or circulatory systems modulates not only cell …

Although clinical outcomes for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have greatly improved
with the use of biologic and conventional DMARDs, approximately 40% of patients do not …

Hydrodynamic phenomena are ubiquitous in living organisms and can be used to
manipulate cells or emulate physiological microenvironments experienced in vivo …

Primary lymphedema is a long-term (chronic) condition characterized by tissue lymph
retention and swelling that can affect any part of the body, although it usually develops in the …

KATP channels function as negative regulators of active lymphatic pumping and lymph
transport. This review summarizes and critiques the evidence for the expression of specific …