Regional Differences in Mucociliary Clearance in the Upper and Lower Airways
As the nasal cavity is the portal of entry for inspired air in mammals, this region is exposed to the highest concentration of inhaled particulate matter and pathogens, which must be removed to keep the lower airways sterile. Thus, one might expect vigorous removal of these substances via mucociliar...
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2022-03-01
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