Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
10737016 Experimental Gerontology 2013 10 Pages PDF
Abstract
► Reactive oxygen species (ROS) play an important role in normal cellular function. ► Excess ROS cause detrimental oxidative stress. ► Oxidative stress can have a negative impact in surgery especially in an ageing population. ► Oxidative stress and antioxidant capacity can be measured and can guide remedial therapy. ► Various therapies to reduce oxidative stress in surgery have produced clinical benefits.
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