PubMed · 1970 · 180 citations · 4 references
PharmacyAnatomyPhysiologyBiological Transport PhenomenaPulmonologyMucociliary ClearanceMucosal AbsorptionMucosal AnatomyRespiratory AnatomyCiliary BeatingCiliary ProcessesMucociliary ApparatusMucociliary Clearance EffectsMucociliary FunctionParticle Transport In MucusRespiratory MucosaRespiratory Mucosal Defense
The mucociliary system of respiratory epithelium performs as a major defense mechanism by clearing foreign bodies from the surface of air-exposed cavities. This action is brought about by ciliary b...
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