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View article: Morphology of subclavian artery branching patterns in cats (<i>Felis catus</i>)
Morphology of subclavian artery branching patterns in cats (<i>Felis catus</i>) Open
This study offers a detailed analysis of the SB branching patterns in cats, highlighting significant intraspecific variation and distinctive branching order. These findings enhance our understanding of vascular diversity among carnivores a…
View article: Morphology of the aortic arch branching pattern in raccoon dogs (<i>Nyctereutes procyonoides</i>, Gray, 1834)
Morphology of the aortic arch branching pattern in raccoon dogs (<i>Nyctereutes procyonoides</i>, Gray, 1834) Open
The AA branching pattern in raccoon dogs exhibited various branching patterns with both similarities and differences compared to other carnivores.
View article: Solitary patent ductus arteriosus in a Japanese macaque (<i>Macaca fuscata</i>)
Solitary patent ductus arteriosus in a Japanese macaque (<i>Macaca fuscata</i>) Open
This case study involved a 9-year-old male Japanese macaque that had resided in a zoo in Busan, Korea for exhibition purposes from 2015 to 2021.The macaque weighed 11 kg.The macaque was accommodated in an outdoor enclosure, thoughtfully eq…
View article: Veronica persica ameliorates acetaminophen-induced murine hepatotoxicity via attenuating oxidative stress and inflammation
Veronica persica ameliorates acetaminophen-induced murine hepatotoxicity via attenuating oxidative stress and inflammation Open
Excess acetaminophen (APAP) commonly causes severe acute liver injury (ALI), characterized by oxidative stress, pro-inflammatory responses, and hepatocyte damage. Veronica persica (VP) is a traditional medicine with antioxidant and anti-in…
View article: Morphological and morphometric study of the scapulae of Korean wild deer
Morphological and morphometric study of the scapulae of Korean wild deer Open
Korean water deer ( Hydropotes inermis argyropus ; Heude, 1884) and Siberian roe deer ( Capreolus pygargus ; Pallas, 1771) are Korean wild deer classified in the tribe Capreolini. C. pygargus in Korea were previously considered a single sp…
View article: Solitary patent ductus arteriosus in a Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata): a case report and genetic investigation
Solitary patent ductus arteriosus in a Japanese macaque (Macaca fuscata): a case report and genetic investigation Open
We present the first report of solitary patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) without associated cardiovascular anomalies in a Japanese macaque ( Macaca fuscata ). The macaque showed no signs of PDA during its lifetime and lived for 9 years until…
View article: Morphology of aortic arch branching patterns in the Eurasian Otter (<i>Lutra lutra</i>, Linnaeus, 1758)
Morphology of aortic arch branching patterns in the Eurasian Otter (<i>Lutra lutra</i>, Linnaeus, 1758) Open
In this study, we investigated the aortic arch (AA) branching pattern in the Eurasian otter (Lutra lutra). We performed arterial silicone casting of the AA of 18 Eurasian otters (8 males and 10 females). We analyzed the AA branching patter…
View article: Changes of antioxidant enzymes in the kidney after cardiac arrest in the rat model
Changes of antioxidant enzymes in the kidney after cardiac arrest in the rat model Open
Globally, cardiac arrest (CA) is a leading cause of death and disability. Asphyxial CA (ACA)-induced kidney damage is a crucial factor in reducing the survival rate. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of antioxidant enzy…
View article: Anti-Inflammatory Effects of <i>Aralia elata</i> Extract Against Dextran Sodium Sulfate-Induced Colitis in Mice and Raw 264.7 Macrophage Cells Exposed to Lipopolysaccharide: First Report
Anti-Inflammatory Effects of <i>Aralia elata</i> Extract Against Dextran Sodium Sulfate-Induced Colitis in Mice and Raw 264.7 Macrophage Cells Exposed to Lipopolysaccharide: First Report Open
Aralia elata (AE) is an anti-inflammatory, polyphenolic containing medicinal plant. However, little is known about AE and its application to ulcerative colitis (UC). This study aimed to confirm AE extract's antioxidant and anti-inflammator…
View article: Olanzapine Ameliorates Ischemic Stroke-like Pathology in Gerbils and H2O2-Induced Neurotoxicity in SH-SY5Y Cells via Inhibiting the MAPK Signaling Pathway
Olanzapine Ameliorates Ischemic Stroke-like Pathology in Gerbils and H2O2-Induced Neurotoxicity in SH-SY5Y Cells via Inhibiting the MAPK Signaling Pathway Open
Olanzapine (OLNZ) is used to treat psychotic disorders. To look into the neurological basis of this phenomenon, we investigated the neuroprotective effects of OLNZ in gerbils and SH-SY5Y cells. Gerbils were subjected to transient global ce…
View article: Effect of therapeutic hypothermia against renal injury in a rat model of asphyxial cardiac arrest: Α focus on the survival rate, pathophysiology and antioxidant enzymes
Effect of therapeutic hypothermia against renal injury in a rat model of asphyxial cardiac arrest: Α focus on the survival rate, pathophysiology and antioxidant enzymes Open
Although multi‑organ dysfunction is associated with the survival rate following cardiac arrest (CA), the majority of studies to date have focused on hearts and brains, and few studies have considered renal failure. The objective of the pre…
View article: Therapeutic hypothermia effect on asphyxial cardiac arrest‑induced renal ischemia/reperfusion injury via change of Nrf2/HO‑1 levels
Therapeutic hypothermia effect on asphyxial cardiac arrest‑induced renal ischemia/reperfusion injury via change of Nrf2/HO‑1 levels Open
The present study aimed to investigate the renoprotective effect of therapeutic hypothermia (TH) on renal ischemia-reperfusion injury (RI/RI) induced by asphyxial cardiac arrest (CA) in rats. A total of 48 male rats were randomly divided i…
View article: Ethanol Extract of Maclura tricuspidata Fruit Protects SH-SY5Y Neuroblastoma Cells against H2O2-Induced Oxidative Damage via Inhibiting MAPK and NF-κB Signaling
Ethanol Extract of Maclura tricuspidata Fruit Protects SH-SY5Y Neuroblastoma Cells against H2O2-Induced Oxidative Damage via Inhibiting MAPK and NF-κB Signaling Open
Free radical generation and oxidative stress push forward an immense influence on the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. Maclura tricuspidata fruit (MT) contains many biologicall…
View article: Changes of renal histopathology and the role of Nrf2/HO-1 in asphyxial cardiac arrest model in rats
Changes of renal histopathology and the role of Nrf2/HO-1 in asphyxial cardiac arrest model in rats Open
The survival rate decreased time-dependently, and Nrf/HO-1 expression increased from 6 hours with the peak times at 12 hours, and one day post-CA.
View article: Osteoporosis in an Asian small-clawed otter (<i>Aonyx cinereus</i> Illiger, 1815)
Osteoporosis in an Asian small-clawed otter (<i>Aonyx cinereus</i> Illiger, 1815) Open
Osteoporosis is a skeletal disease that occurs in many mammals. Our report describes osteoporosis in an Asian small-clawed otter (Aonyx cinereus). Gross, histological, and radiographic observations showed that all of the bones had numerous…
View article: Correction: Akanda, M.R., et al., Anti-Inflammatory and Gastroprotective Roles of Rabdosia inflexa through Downregulation of Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines and MAPK/NF-κB Signaling Pathways. Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2018, 19, 584
Correction: Akanda, M.R., et al., Anti-Inflammatory and Gastroprotective Roles of Rabdosia inflexa through Downregulation of Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines and MAPK/NF-κB Signaling Pathways. Int. J. Mol. Sci. 2018, 19, 584 Open
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View article: Various branching patterns of the aortic arch in the Siberian roe deer (<i>Capreolus pygargus</i>, Pallas, 1771) on Jeju Island
Various branching patterns of the aortic arch in the Siberian roe deer (<i>Capreolus pygargus</i>, Pallas, 1771) on Jeju Island Open
This study examined and compared the branching pattern of the aortic arch (AA) and its major branches in the Siberian roe deer (Capreolus pygargus) on Jeju Island (Jeju roe deer [JRD]) with those in the roe deer of the Korean peninsula (ma…
View article: Anti-Inflammatory and Gastroprotective Roles of Rabdosia inflexa through Downregulation of Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines and MAPK/NF-κB Signaling Pathways
Anti-Inflammatory and Gastroprotective Roles of Rabdosia inflexa through Downregulation of Pro-Inflammatory Cytokines and MAPK/NF-κB Signaling Pathways Open
Globally, gastric ulcer is a vital health hazard for a human. Rabdosia inflexa (RI) has been used in traditional medicine for inflammatory diseases. The present study aimed to investigate the protective effect and related molecular mechani…
View article: Branching patterns of the aortic arch in the Siberian roe deer (<i>Capreolus pygargus</i> Pallas, 1771)
Branching patterns of the aortic arch in the Siberian roe deer (<i>Capreolus pygargus</i> Pallas, 1771) Open
This study examined the branching pattern of the aortic arch (AA) and its major branches in the Siberian roe deer (Capreolus pygargus Pallas, 1771) from South Korea. A total of eight of the nine expected types, based on the branching site …
View article: Hepatoprotective Role of Hydrangea macrophylla against Sodium Arsenite-Induced Mitochondrial-Dependent Oxidative Stress via the Inhibition of MAPK/Caspase-3 Pathways
Hepatoprotective Role of Hydrangea macrophylla against Sodium Arsenite-Induced Mitochondrial-Dependent Oxidative Stress via the Inhibition of MAPK/Caspase-3 Pathways Open
Sodium arsenite (NaAsO2) has been recognized as a worldwide health concern. Hydrangea macrophylla (HM) is used as traditional Chinese medicine possessing antioxidant activities. The study was performed to investigate the therapeutic role a…
View article: In Vivo and In Vitro Hepatoprotective Effects of <i>Geranium koreanum</i> Methanolic Extract via Downregulation of MAPK/Caspase‐3 Pathway
In Vivo and In Vitro Hepatoprotective Effects of <i>Geranium koreanum</i> Methanolic Extract via Downregulation of MAPK/Caspase‐3 Pathway Open
Geranium koreanum (GK) is an indigenous Chinese herbal medicine widely used for the treatment of various inflammation and liver disorders. However, the exact mechanism of action of GK remains unknown. This study aimed to investigate the pr…
View article: Morphometric study of the Leydig cell in Korean native cattle (Bos taurus coreae)
Morphometric study of the Leydig cell in Korean native cattle (Bos taurus coreae) Open
Changes in the Leydig cell from pre-puberty to adulthood were studied in Korean native cattle. Eight groups of male cattle aged 14, 17, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 104 weeks (n=7 cattle per group) after birth were used. The purpose of this stud…