Hydrogen attenuates endothelial glycocalyx damage associated with partial cardiopulmonary bypass in rats

How Hydrogen Helps Keep Your Heart Healthy During Surgery

Researchers have found that hydrogen can help protect the heart during surgery by reducing damage to the endothelial glycocalyx, a thin layer of gel that lines blood vessels. This discovery could lead to new treatments for people undergoing heart surgery. Hydrogen acts as a powerful antioxidant, neutralizing harmful free radicals in the body.