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reperfusion injury

Definition:
Adverse functional, metabolic, or structural changes in ischemic tissues resulting from the restoration of blood flow to the tissue (reperfusion), including swelling; hemorrhage; necrosis; and damage from free radicals. The most common instance is myocardial reperfusion injury.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
  • myocardial reperfusion injury
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/317538
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