This review focuses on the question of metabolic syndrome (MS) being a complex, but
essentially monophyletic, galaxy of associated diseases/disorders, or just a syndrome of …

Adipose tissue is now recognized as an important endocrine organ, capable of secreting a
large number of endocrine factors which regulate a wide variety of physiological functions …

In metazoans, specific tasks are relegated to dedicated organs that are established early in
development, occupy discrete locations and typically remain fixed in size. The adult immune …

Hepatic ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury is a major complication of liver surgery, including
liver resection, liver transplantation, and trauma surgery. Much has been learned about the …

Asthma | From Bronchoconstriction to Airways Inflammation and Remodeling | American
Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine ATS Journals Logo Official Publications …

The blood-brain barrier (BBB) is formed by the endothelial cells of cerebral microvessels,
providing a dynamic interface between the peripheral circulation and the central nervous …

Inflammation is a complex and potentially life-threatening condition that involves the
participation of a variety of chemical mediators, signaling pathways, and cell types. The …

Ischemia-reperfusion injury is, at least in part, responsible for the morbidity associated with
liver surgery under total vascular exclusion or after liver transplantation. The …

The complex functions of the liver in biosynthesis, metabolism, clearance, and host defense
are tightly dependent on an adequate microcirculation. To guarantee hepatic homeostasis …

Multiple organ failure is a major threat to the survival of patients with sepsis and systemic
inflammation. In the UK and in the USA, mortality rates are currently comparable with and …