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Molecular hydrogen affords neuroprotection in a translational piglet model of hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy

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Hydrogen Gas: A Breath of Fresh Air for Brain Health

A study found that inhaling hydrogen gas can help prevent brain damage caused by lack of oxygen. The research used a piglet model to simulate hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy and found that hydrogen gas reduced brain damage and improved cognitive function. This has promising implications for human health, particularly for those at risk of stroke or other conditions that affect brain health.

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Abstract

Publish Year 2016 Country Hungary Rank Positive Journal Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology Primary Topic Brain Secondary TopicBrain Injury Model Pig Tertiary TopicHypoxia-Ischemia Vehicle Gas pH N/A Application Inhalation Comparison Complement