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[Fine structure of conjunctival lymphatic vessel valves]
J Grüntzig1, A Djajadisastra, D Uthoff
1Universitätsaugenklinik Düsseldorf.
Summary
Conjunctival lymphatic vessels have unique segmental connections, not self-acting valves, allowing retrograde lymph flow. This challenges traditional views and suggests new mechanisms for lymph circulation regulation.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Anatomy
- Physiology