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Leukocyte DNA Damage and Wound Infection after Nitrous Oxide Administration
2 Apr 2013
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BACKGROUND: Nitrous oxide inactivates methionine synthase and may lead to DNA damage and wound infection. By using single-cell gel electrophoresis (comet assay), the authors determined the effect of nitrous oxide on DNA damage in circulating leukocytes. METHODS: In this double-blind, randomized controlled trial, 91 patients undergoing major colorectal surgery were randomized to receive 70% nitrous oxide (n = 31)...
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