General Research Model: mouse

Inhalation of hydrogen gas attenuates left ventricular remodeling induced by intermittent hypoxia in mice

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Breathe Easy: How Hydrogen Gas May Help Your Heart

Inhaling hydrogen gas may help reduce damage to the heart caused by intermittent hypoxia, a condition where the body doesn't get enough oxygen. A study found that mice with intermittent hypoxia had reduced heart damage when given hydrogen gas to inhale. This could be a useful tool for managing conditions like sleep apnea.

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Abstract

Publish Year 2011 Country Japan Rank Positive Journal AJP Heart and Circulatory Physiology Primary Topic Heart Secondary TopicSleep Apnea Model Mouse Tertiary TopicHypoxia-Ischemia Vehicle Gas pH N/A Application Inhalation Comparison Complement