Insulin-like Growth Factor Administration Stimulates Wound Healing on Colonic Anastomosis in Hypoxic Rat Model

Objective: Intestinal anastomosis is among the most commonly performed major abdominal procedures; however, leaks are an ongoing problem. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of Insulin-like Growth Factor (IGF-1) on colonic healing under hypoxia. Methods: Thirty-two Sprague–Dawley ma...

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Main Authors: Khayal Al-Khayal, Alanoud Saad AlWesaimer, Maha Abdulla, Rehan Ahmad
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Springer 2020-06-01
Series:Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Journal
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Online Access:https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125941073/view