| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10761872 | Biochemical and Biophysical Research Communications | 2012 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Testicular torsion-induced ischemia reperfusion injury causes germ cell death and testis inflammation. ⺠EGCG treatment before testis reperfusion inhibits DNA damage and protects against germ cell apoptosis and inflammation. ⺠EGCG down regulates the transcription of the iNOS, MCP-1, p53 and Bax genes. ⺠EGCG has an anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic effects on testicular torsion harmful consequences.
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Authors
May Al-Maghrebi, Waleed M. Renno, Nada Al-Ajmi,