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Effects of irradiation on grafted skin

Journal Article · · J. Oral Maxillofac. Surg.; (United States)
The reaction of grafted skin to irradiation was studied in the rat and the optimum time for irradiation postoperatively was determined. There was a close correlation between the radiosensitivity and the vascularity of the graft and its recipient bed. Grafts showed different reactions depending on the time of irradiation after grafting. Those in the early hypovascular stage showed reactions similar to those of normal control skin. Severe reactions were observed in the hypervascular stage. Grafts in the late hypovascular stage showed more moderate reactions.
Research Organization:
Department of Oral Surgery, School of Medicine, Nagoya University, Japan
OSTI ID:
5527484
Journal Information:
J. Oral Maxillofac. Surg.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Oral Maxillofac. Surg.; (United States) Vol. 41:9; ISSN JOMSD
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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