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Glaucome Expérimental induite par l'injection oculaire de microsphères magnétiques
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Medicina
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Experimental Glaucoma Induced by Ocular Injection of Magnetic Microspheres

Glaucome Expérimental induite par l'injection oculaire de microsphères magnétiques

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February 02, 2015

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06:35 min
February 02, 2015

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We present a method for inducing elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), by injecting magnetic microspheres into the rat eye, to model glaucoma. This leads to strong pressure rises, and extensive neuronal death. This protocol is easy to perform, does not require repeat injections, and produces stable long-lasting IOP rises.

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