Basic principles of the structure and organization of connective tissue

Cherkas, O.A. and Kobeza, P.A. and Marchenko, D.G. (2023) Basic principles of the structure and organization of connective tissue. Морфологія = Morphologia (1). pp. 77-85. ISSN 1997-9665

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Abstract

Connective tissue is a diverse and vital component of the body, serving a wide range of functions that are essential for proper physiological and pathological processes. It plays an essential role in providing structural support, binding and connecting tissues and organs, and facilitating the transmission of nutrients, oxygen, and waste products between cells and blood vessels. Without connective tissue, the body would not be able to maintain its shape, withstand mechanical stress, or protect internal organs. This is essential for understanding certain health conditions and diseases. Many of them affect connective tissue, such as rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, and systemic lupus erythematosus. Knowledge of connective tissue is crucial in the development of medical treatments and procedures. Objective is to provide an in-depth understanding of this type of tissue and its functions in the body. This article may cover various topics related to connective tissue, including its structure, types and roles in the body. It also discusses the different types of cells found in connective tissue, such as fibroblasts and macrophages, and how they contribute to tissue maintenance and repair. Methods. Lecturebased teaching, microscope-based teaching, computer-based teaching, problem-based learning, group-based learning. To effectively study connective tissue composition and properties, students and teachers will need access to high-quality histology textbooks, online resources, microscopes, and tissue slides. Results and conclusion. One of the primary functions of connective tissue is to provide mechanical support to other tissues and organs in the body. This is achieved through the production of extracellular matrix (ECM), which is composed of fibers and ground substance. The fibers in ECM, such as collagen, elastic, and reticular fibers, provide tensile strength, elasticity, and resistance to compression, respectively. The ground substance, which is made up of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) and proteoglycans, acts as a lubricant and shock absorber. Connective tissue also plays a critical role in wound healing and tissue repair. Another essential function of connective tissue is to transport substances between cells and blood vessels. Additionally, connective tissue cells such as fibroblasts and macrophages produce cytokines and chemokines, which regulate immune cell activity and facilitate the movement of immune cells through the tissue. In summary, connective tissue is necessary for the proper functioning of the body. It provides structural support, facilitates wound healing and tissue repair, and allows for the transport of nutrients and waste products between cells and blood vessels

Item Type:	Article
Additional Information:	DOI: 10.26641/1997-9665.2023.1.77-85
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Key words: connective tissue, fibroblast, mast cell, plasma cell, macrophage, collagen, collagen fibers, elastic fibers, reticular fibers, ground substance; сполучна тканина, фібробласт, тучна клітина, плазматична клітина, макрофаг, колаген, колагенові волокна, еластичні волокна, ретикулярні волокна, основна речовина
Subjects:	Histology
Divisions:	Departments > Department of histology
Depositing User:	Ирина Медведева
Date Deposited:	11 Sep 2023 11:39
Last Modified:	11 Sep 2023 11:39
URI:	http://repo.dma.dp.ua/id/eprint/8533

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