Development of Animal Model for Studying Deep Second-Degree Thermal Burns
Thermal lesions were produced in 12 male Wistar rats, positioning a massive aluminum bar 10 mm in diameter (51 g), preheated to 99°C ± 2°C/10 min. on the back of each animal for 15 sec. After 7, 14, 21, and 28 days, animals were euthanized. The edema intensity was mild, with no bubble and formation...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2012-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Biomedicine and Biotechnology |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/460841 |