Influence of zinc on synthesis and the accumulation of collagen in early granulation tissue.
RatWoundFemale
Model: Experimental trauma with formation of early granulation tissue
Zinc did not alter the rate of collagen synthesis, but specific activity of collagen was lower in zinc treated rats on days 4 and 5, which the authors interpret as reduced collagen breakdown.
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