Abstract:Introduction:
The presence of a native (pre-existing) collateral circulation in tissues lessens injury in stroke and other occlusive diseases. However, differences in genetic background are accompanied by wide variation in the number and diameter (extent) of native collaterals in mice, resulting in large variation in protection. Indirect evidence suggests a similar wide variation also exists in humans. However, methods of measurement in humans are indirect, invasive and not widely available.
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