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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Physiology
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Cerebral hyperaemia is crucial for maintaining central nervous system homeostasis.
  • It ensures adequate oxygen and nutrient supply through precise vasodilation and vasoconstriction.
  • The neurovascular unit (NVU) orchestrates these responses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the fundamental concepts of the neurovascular unit (NVU).
  • To explain the brain hyperaemia or coupling mechanisms.
  • To discuss current research strategies in this field.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of neurovascular coupling.
  • Analysis of the cellular and molecular components of the NVU.
  • Synthesis of research approaches for studying brain homeostasis.

Main Results:

  • The NVU comprises neurons, astrocytes, endothelial cells, myocytes, pericytes, and extracellular matrix.
  • These components interact intimately to detect and respond to neuronal metabolic demands.
  • The NVU dynamically regulates cerebral blood flow.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding the NVU is key to comprehending brain homeostasis and its regulation.
  • Further research strategies are needed to fully elucidate NVU functions.
  • This review provides a framework for future investigations into neurovascular coupling.