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Beneficial Effects of Hydrogen Gas on Porcine Liver Reperfusion Injury With Use of Total Vascular Exclusion and Active Venous Bypass

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How Hydrogen Gas Can Help Reduce Liver Damage During Transplants

A 2014 study found that hydrogen gas can help reduce liver damage during transplants by reducing reperfusion injury. The researchers used pigs as models and applied hydrogen gas to the liver during the transplant process. This research could lead to better outcomes and fewer complications for patients undergoing liver transplants.

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Abstract

Publish Year 2014 Country Japan Rank Positive Journal Transplantation Proceedings Primary Topic Liver Secondary TopicSurgery/Transplantation Model Pig Tertiary TopicTransplantation/Graft Injury Vehicle Water (Dissolved) pH Neutral Application Injection Comparison Complement