Vasculature
Vasculature
Vasculature (pronunciation: /ˈvaskjʊlətʃər/) refers to the arrangement or pattern of blood vessels in an organ or tissue. The term is derived from the Latin word vasculum, meaning "small vessel".
Structure
The vasculature is composed of arteries, veins, and capillaries. Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart, while veins return deoxygenated blood back to the heart. Capillaries, the smallest blood vessels, connect arteries and veins and facilitate the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste materials between the blood and the body's cells.
Function
The primary function of the vasculature is to circulate blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients to cells and removing waste products. It also plays a crucial role in regulating body temperature, blood pressure, and fluid balance.
Related Terms
- Angiogenesis: The formation of new blood vessels.
- Vascular system: The body's network of blood vessels.
- Vascular surgery: A surgical specialty focused on diseases of the vascular system.
- Vasculitis: Inflammation of the blood vessels.
- Vasoconstriction: The narrowing of blood vessels.
- Vasodilation: The widening of blood vessels.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vasculature
- Wikipedia's article - Vasculature
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