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Model: mouse
Hydrogen protects lung from hypoxia/re-oxygenation injury by reducing hydroxyl radical production and inhibiting inflammatory responses
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How Hydrogen Gas May Help Protect Your Lungs from Damage
Researchers in China found that hydrogen gas may help protect the lungs from damage caused by hypoxia, a condition where the lungs don't get enough oxygen. The study showed that hydrogen gas reduced the production of harmful molecules and decreased inflammation in the lungs. This could be a promising treatment for conditions like COPD or for people exposed to high altitudes.
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Publish Year 2018 Country China Rank Positive Journal Nature Scientific Reports Primary Topic Lung Secondary TopicChronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Model Mouse Tertiary TopicHypoxia-Ischemia Vehicle Gas pH N/A Application Inhalation Comparison Complement