Abstrakt
Surgery is associated with oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is correlated with postoperative myocardial ischaemia. It has been shown that the endogenous hormone melatonin has antioxidant effects. A potential benefit of melatonin has been proven in experimental studies as well as in neonates. Melatonin has not been used in adult patients with acute oxidative stress. A potential beneficial effect of melatonin in patients after surgery is possible and should be investigated in the future.
Bidragets oversatte titel | Melatonin against surgical stress |
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Originalsprog | Dansk |
Sider (fra-til) | 1306-1308 |
Antal sider | 3 |
Tidsskrift | Ugeskrift for laeger |
Vol/bind | 169 |
Udgave nummer | 14-15 |
Status | Udgivet - 2 apr. 2007 |