General Research Model: mouse

Hydrogen protects auditory hair cells from cisplatin-induced free radicals

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How Hydrogen Helps Protect Your Hearing from Chemotherapy Side Effects

Chemotherapy drugs like cisplatin can cause hearing loss by damaging hair cells in the ear. A study found that hydrogen can help protect these cells from damage. This discovery could lead to new ways to reduce the side effects of chemotherapy and protect people's hearing.

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Abstract

Publish Year 2014 Country Japan Rank Positive Journal Neuroscience Letters Primary Topic Ear Secondary TopicCancer Model Mouse Tertiary TopicChemotherapy Toxicity (Cisplatin) Vehicle Saline (Dissolved) pH Neutral Application Culture Media Comparison Complement