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ischemic reperfusion

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ischemic reperfusion,
n the restoration of blood flow to an area that had previously experienced deficient blood flow. Oxidative stresses associated with this situation may cause damage to the affected tissues or organs.


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While CABG surgery effectively relieves angina, and often results in longer survival and a better quality of life, patients still experience significant ischemic reperfusion injury during the procedure, which can lead to subsequent problems such as myocardial infarction (heart attack) or stroke.
ischemic stroke) and to prevent injury from ischemic reperfusion injury.
ischemic stroke) and to prevent injury from ischemic reperfusion injury.
 
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