Does flow decrease myogenic reactivity of mesenteric arteries from pregnant rats?
These results suggest that pregnancy alters the interaction of the physical forces of pressure and flow on the arterial wall in a manner consistent with decreased vascular resistance.
Medication-induced hypoglycemia appears to be equally harmful as spontaneous hypoglycemia during critical illness. Future studies should aim to identify strategies to minimize hypoglycemia regardless of etiology, while also minimizing glycemic variability associated with hypoglycemia treatment.