Impact of omega-3 fatty acids on evolution of carbon tetrachloride- (CCl4) induced liver cirrhosis in mice : A histological and immunohistochemical study.
Introduction: Cirrhosis is the end stage of any chronic liver disease. It is characterized by diffuse fibrosis with disturbed hepatic architecture. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids are common antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-fibrotic agents Aim: This study was conducted to investigate the potential effects of omega-3 fatty acids on experimentally induced cirrhosis. Materials and Methods: 60 animals were divided into three groups: ... Read more