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Masson's organ
Also known as:
Grosser’s organ
Hoyer-Grosser organ
Associated persons:
Otto Grosser
Heinrich F. Hoyer
Claude L. Pierre Masson
Description:
Nodular vascular structure with arteriovenous anastomoses in the hypodermis, particularly localized in the end arteries of the hands and feet. It is important for the peripheral heat regulation and blood perfusion in the skin.
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