Arterial structure and function in inflammatory bowel disease

Figure 1 Role of arterial compliance in the damping of blood flow and the pressure oscillations generated by the heart. A: During systole, a portion of the stroke volume is forwarded directly to the peripheral tissues; approximately 50% of the stroke volume is momentarily stored within the aorta and stretches the arterial walls; B: During diastole, the energy imbricated within the arterial wall is discharged, and the stored blood is forwarded into the peripheral tissues, ensuring continuous flow and contributing to the maintenance of sufficient diastolic blood pressure.