The glycocalyx: a novel diagnostic and therapeutic target in sepsis
Abstract The glycocalyx is a gel-like layer covering the luminal surface of vascular endothelial cells. It is comprised of membrane-attached proteoglycans, glycosaminoglycan chains, glycoproteins, and adherent plasma proteins. The glycocalyx maintains homeostasis of the vasculature, including contro...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2019-01-01
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| Series: | Critical Care |
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| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13054-018-2292-6 |