A scanning electron microscopic study of microvascular anastomoses on irradiated vessels: short-term effect of irradiation

Journal Article · Sat Jan 01 00:00:00 EST 1983 · Microsurgery; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1002/micr.1920040311· OSTI ID:6849185

De Wilde, R; Boeckx, W; Van Der Schueren, E; Guelinckx, P; Gruwez, J

Experiments were carried out to determine the effect of previous irradiation on microvascular arterial anastomoses. The study focused on regeneration of endothelial cells and thrombus formation. Careful examination with scanning electron microscopy (SEM) showed a difference between irradiated animals and a control group. In the irradiated group one can notice a decreased regeneration, a greater amount of fibrin and platelets, and a higher incidence of microthrombi.

• Research Organization: Department of General Surgery, Academische Ziekenhuizen K.U. Leuven, Belgium
• OSTI ID: 6849185
• Journal Information: Microsurgery; (United States), Vol. 4:3
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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