General Research Model: in_vitro

Hydrogen protects against hyperoxia-induced apoptosis in type II alveolar epithelial cells via activation of PI3K/Akt/Foxo3a signaling pathway

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How Hydrogen Helps Protect Your Lungs from Damage

A 2018 study found that hydrogen can protect lung cells from damage caused by too much oxygen. Hydrogen activates a special pathway that helps cells survive under stressful conditions. This discovery could lead to new ways to keep lungs healthy, especially for people who need oxygen therapy or are undergoing surgery.

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Abstract

Publish Year 2018 Country China Rank Positive Journal Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications Primary Topic Lung Secondary TopicSurgery/Transplantation Model Cell Culture Tertiary TopicHyperoxia Vehicle Medium (Dissolved) pH Neutral Application Culture Media Comparison Complement