The Circulatory System

The Circulatory System The circulatory system, also known as the cardiovascular system, is the combined function of the heart, blood, and blood vessels to carry oxygen as well as nutrients to organs and tissues all throughout the body and carry away waste products. When the body is under stress such as exercise, the circulatory system can increase blood flow to various organs and muscles to meet increased energy demands, and help to regulate body temperature. …

…artery has become partially blocked, surgery might be used to remove the buildup of plaque. This is called carotid endarterectomy. Recent research has led to a new technique called cerebral angioplasty. The newest treatment for strokes is with a drug called TPA. This drug dissolves clots and can be used to treat strokes in some cases. I was unable to document a source for how the use of TPA was first discovered for stroke treatment.