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Comment: Selection of anastomosis type for lymphaticovenular anastomosis
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo, Japan. tyamamoto-tky@umin.ac.jp
Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery : JPRAS
|December 11, 2012
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Anastomoses
In human anatomy, anastomosis refers to a connection or opening between two things, particularly between blood vessels or other tubular structures. The term is derived from the Greek term 'anastomosis,' which means 'outlet' or 'opening.' This natural network of connections plays a critical role in the survival and functionality of the human body.
Anastomoses can be formed at arterial, venous, and lymphatic vessels.
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Lymphatic Vessels and Lymph Transport
Lymphatic vessels, known as lymphatics, are crucial in transporting lymph from peripheral tissues to our venous system. This process begins with lymph entering through tiny capillaries that branch through tissues. These capillaries have unique features such as larger diameters, thinner walls, and a distinctive one-way valve system formed by overlapping endothelial cells.
This one-way system allows fluids, solutes, and even pathogens to enter but prevents their return to the intercellular spaces.
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