Current methods for the assessment of skin microcirculation: Part 2

Area of Science:

• Cardiovascular Physiology
• Dermatology
• Vascular Biology

Background:

• Microcirculation constitutes 99% of adult blood vessels, bridging arterial and venous systems.
• Skin microcirculation involves superficial and deep vascular plexuses, including small arteries, veins, lymphatics, and anastomoses.
• Disruptions in skin microcirculation are linked to systemic diseases and specific skin disorders.

Purpose of the Study:

• To detail non-invasive methods for evaluating skin microcirculation.
• To focus on techniques suitable for clinical research settings.
• To complement previous reviews on clinical practice methods.

Main Methods:

• Review of non-invasive assessment techniques for skin microcirculation.
• Focus on methods applicable in clinical research.
• Exclusion of methods primarily used in routine clinical practice.

Main Results:

• The article provides a comprehensive overview of research-oriented non-invasive techniques.
• It highlights the importance of these methods for understanding skin pathophysiology.
• The review categorizes techniques based on their application in research.

Conclusions:

• Various non-invasive methods are available for studying skin microcirculation in research.
• These techniques are crucial for advancing the understanding of skin health and disease.
• The article serves as a resource for researchers investigating microcirculatory functions in the skin.