Publications by authors named "Brurya Galloway"
The endothelium is an active and crucial component of vessels and produces several key regulatory factors for the homeostasis of the entire organism. Endothelial function can be investigated invasively or non-invasively, both in the coronary and peripheral circulation. A widely accepted method for the assessment of endothelial function is measurement of flow-mediated dilation (FMD), which evaluates the vascular response to changes in blood flow.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThe endothelium is composed of a monolayer of endothelial cells, lining the interior surface of blood and lymphatic vessels. Endothelial cells display important homeostatic functions, since they are able to respond to humoral and hemodynamic stimuli. Thus, endothelial dysfunction has been proposed as a key and early pathogenic mechanism in many clinical conditions.
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- SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, led to a global pandemic starting in March 2020, with symptoms ranging from mild to severe illness requiring intensive care.
- Survivors of COVID-19 may experience long-term complications, including post-acute COVID-19 syndrome, which can necessitate ongoing care and rehabilitation.
- This review highlights the role of endothelial dysfunction in COVID-19 severity and discusses the potential for personalized treatment strategies aimed at addressing this dysfunction.