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Naidu EC, Olojede SO, Lawal SK, Azu OO. Histomorphometric changes in testis following administration of tenofovir nanoparticles in an animal model. DISCOVER NANO 2024; 19:56. [PMID: 38526666 DOI: 10.1186/s11671-024-04002-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 03/27/2024]
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BACKGROUND Nanoparticle-based drugs are new inventions in the management of the Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) pandemic, especially resistant forms of the virus in anatomical sanctuary sites and organs such as the testis. However, safety issues must be resolved to attain the optimal potential of newer nano-drug formulations. AIM The study investigated the toxicological potential of synthesized Tenofovir Nanoparticles (TDF-N) on testicular indices when used for the prevention and treatment of HIV. METHODOLOGY Fifteen male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats with weight ranging from 230 g to 250 g were randomly assigned into groups A (control, saline), B (TDF), and C (TDF-N). The testes were removed for sperm analysis and processed for H/E and PAS stains. Cell counts and cellular measurements; the diameter and the area of the testicular seminiferous tubules were measured using ImageJ and Leica software 2.0. RESULTS A significant reduction (p < 0.05) in sperm count was noticed in the TDF-N group. Also observed in the TDF and TDF-N groups was a significant reduction (p < 0.05) in sperm motility and in the number of dead sperms compared with the control. Sperm abnormalities such as distorted basement membranes, loss of germ cells, hypocellular interstitium, and loss of spermatogenic series were increased in the TDF and TDF-N groups. There was also a significant reduction (p < 0.05) in the cell count, diameter, and area of seminiferous tubules observed in these groups. CONCLUSION TDF and TDF-N may be detrimental to the testis and testicular tissue, leading to significantly reduced sperm counts, motility, and ultimately-male fertility.
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- Edwin Coleridge Naidu
- Discipline of Clinical Anatomy, Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa
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- Department of Human Biology, Faculty of Health Sciences, Walter Sisulu University, Mthatha, 5117, South Africa.
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- School of Nursing Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Botswana, Gaborone, Botswana
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- Department of Medical Biosciences, University of the Western Cape, Bellville, South Africa
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Grami D, Selmi S, Rtibi K, Sebai H, De Toni L. Emerging Role of Eruca sativa Mill. in Male Reproductive Health. Nutrients 2024; 16:253. [PMID: 38257145 PMCID: PMC10818603 DOI: 10.3390/nu16020253] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/29/2023] [Revised: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 01/12/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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A growing interest has been drawn to the use of traditional medicinal plants for the treatment of human diseases and, in particular, infertility and reproductive toxicity associated with environmental factors. The Mediterranean basin area is a recognized source of plant species with therapeutic interest. In this frame, Eruca sativa (ES) is an annual edible plant and a member of the Brassicaceae family. A relatively large number of studies, focusing on the biological effects of the extract from the leaves of ES on in vitro and in vivo models of disease, have been published in recent years. The present narrative review aims to analyze the phytochemical constituents, traditional uses, possible pharmacological activities, and recognized effects of ES on male reproductive outcomes. Available investigations have revealed the presence of a number of compounds with antioxidant properties, such as polyphenols, glucosinolates, flavonoids, and carotenoids in extracts from ES. Based on the chemical and pharmacological characteristics of the aforementioned compounds, we show that ES has possible preventive properties and therapeutic uses, especially in the functional derangements of the male reproductive system.
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- Dhekra Grami
- Laboratory of Functional Physiology and Valorization of Bioresources-Higher Institute of Biotechnology of Beja, University of Jendouba, Beja B.P. 382-9000, Tunisia; (S.S.); (K.R.); (H.S.)
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- Laboratory of Functional Physiology and Valorization of Bioresources-Higher Institute of Biotechnology of Beja, University of Jendouba, Beja B.P. 382-9000, Tunisia; (S.S.); (K.R.); (H.S.)
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- Laboratory of Functional Physiology and Valorization of Bioresources-Higher Institute of Biotechnology of Beja, University of Jendouba, Beja B.P. 382-9000, Tunisia; (S.S.); (K.R.); (H.S.)
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- Laboratory of Functional Physiology and Valorization of Bioresources-Higher Institute of Biotechnology of Beja, University of Jendouba, Beja B.P. 382-9000, Tunisia; (S.S.); (K.R.); (H.S.)
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- Department of Medicine and Unit of Andrology and Reproductive Medicine, University of Padova, Via Giustiniani 2, 35128 Padova, Italy
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Rafey A, Amin A, Kamran M, Haroon U, Farooq K, Foubert K, Pieters L. Analysis of Plant Origin Antibiotics against Oral Bacterial Infections Using In Vitro and In Silico Techniques and Characterization of Active Constituents. Antibiotics (Basel) 2021; 10:antibiotics10121504. [PMID: 34943716 PMCID: PMC8699006 DOI: 10.3390/antibiotics10121504] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2021] [Revised: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The pervasiveness of oral bacterial infections in diabetic patients is a serious health concern that may produce severe complications. We investigated 26 Ayurvedic medicinal plants traditionally used for treatment of the oral bacterial infections with the aim to look for new promising drug leads that can be further employed for herbal formulation design. The plants were grouped into three categories based on traditional usage. All plant extracts were examined for antibacterial, antibiofilm and antiquorum-sensing properties. The plants with significant activities including Juglans regia, Syzygium aromaticum, Eruca sativa, Myristica fragrans, Punica granatum and Azadirachta indica were further analyzed using HPLC-DAD-QToF and GC-MS. In silico and in vitro activity was evaluated for selected constituents. Finally, it could be concluded that eugenol and 2-phenylethylisothiocyanate are major contributors towards inhibition of bacterial biofilms and quorum sensing.
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- Abdul Rafey
- NPRL, Gomal Centre of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan 29050, Pakistan; (A.R.); (A.A.); (M.K.)
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- NPRL, Gomal Centre of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan 29050, Pakistan; (A.R.); (A.A.); (M.K.)
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- NPRL, Gomal Centre of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Gomal University, Dera Ismail Khan 29050, Pakistan; (A.R.); (A.A.); (M.K.)
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- Department of Dentistry, D.H.Q Teaching Hospital, Dera Ismail Khan 29050, Pakistan;
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- Sardar Begum Dental College, Ghandhara University, Peshawar 25000, Pakistan;
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- Natural Products & Food Research and Analysis (NatuRA), Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Antwerp, Universiteitsplein 1, 2610 Antwerp, Belgium;
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- Natural Products & Food Research and Analysis (NatuRA), Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Antwerp, Universiteitsplein 1, 2610 Antwerp, Belgium;
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Abd-Elsalam RM, El Badawy SA, Ogaly HA, Ibrahim FM, Farag OM, Ahmed KA. Eruca sativa seed extract modulates oxidative stress and apoptosis and up-regulates the expression of Bcl-2 and Bax genes in acrylamide-induced testicular dysfunction in rats. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2021; 28:53249-53266. [PMID: 34024031 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-021-14532-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2021] [Accepted: 05/18/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Acrylamide (ACR) has been previously associated with male sexual dysfunction and infertility. Eruca sativa (L.) (arugula or rocket) have been widely used in traditional remedies in Mediterranean region and western Asia and was known for its strong aphrodisiac effect since Roman times. The current study was designed to investigate LC/MS analysis of total ethanol extract Eruca sativa (L.) and the efficiency and mechanism of action of Eruca sativa seed extract (ESS) in reducing hypogonadism induced by acrylamide in male rats. Male Wistar rats were divided into 6 groups (n = 7): control group, Eruca sativa seed extract (ESS) at doses of 100 and 200 mg\kg, acrylamide (ACR), ACR + ESS 100 mg/kg, and ACR + ESS 200 mg/kg. The animals received ACR at a dose of 10 mg/kg b.wt for 60 days. Sperm indices, testicular oxidative stress, testosterone hormone, and testicular histopathology and immunohistochemistry of PCNA and caspase-3 were investigated. Moreover, the expression level of testicular B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2) and Bcl-2-associated X protein (Bax) genes was evaluated. In respect to the LC/MS of total ethanol extract Eruca sativa (L.) seed revealed tentative identification of 39 compounds, which belongs to different classes as sulphur-containing compounds, flavonoids, phenolic acid, and fatty acids. Administration of ESS extract (100, 200 mg/kg) improved semen quality, diminished lipid peroxidation, enhanced testicular antioxidant enzyme, restored serum testosterone level, and reduced testicular degeneration and Leydig cell death in the rats intoxicated with ACR. However, the effects of ESS at the dose of 200 mg/kg were similar to that of control group. Furthermore, ESS treatment significantly induced anti-apoptotic effect indicated by elevation of both Bcl-2 and Bax expressions. Nutriceutics of ESS extract protects testis against ACR-induced testicular toxicity via normalizing testicular steroidogenesis, keeping Leydig cells, and improving oxidative stress status.
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- Reham M Abd-Elsalam
- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt.
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, Collage of Science, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt
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- Department of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research, National Research Centre, Dokki, Giza, 12622, Egypt
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- General Organization for Veterinary Services, Giza, 12618, Egypt
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, Giza, 12211, Egypt
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Ni G, Zhang X, Afedo SY, Rui R. Evaluation of the protective effects of icariin on nicotine-induced reproductive toxicity in male mouse -a pilot study. Reprod Biol Endocrinol 2020; 18:65. [PMID: 32552695 PMCID: PMC7302363 DOI: 10.1186/s12958-020-00620-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2019] [Accepted: 06/08/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Nicotine, a pharmacologically active component of tobacco adversely affects the male reproductive system and fertility whereas icariin (ICA), the main active ingredient in Epimedium herba has been used in the treatment of several male reproductive problems. This study aimed at evaluating the protective or ameliorative effect of ICA against reproductive toxicity induced by intraperitoneal injection of nicotine in mice. METHODS Using simple random allocation, forty male mice were randomly divided into 4 groups: control (received 0.35 mL physiological saline via gastric gavage), nicotine (0.75 mg/kg BW/day intraperitoneally), ICA (75 mg/kg BW/day gastric gavage), and nicotine plus ICA (nicotine, 0.75 mg/kg BW/day intraperitoneally + ICA, 75 mg/kg BW/day gastric gavage) group. After 35 days of treatment, the mice were weighed, sacrificed, and their reproductive organs (testis and epididymis) were collected and examined for further studies. RESULTS The nicotine-treated group showed significantly decreased epididymal sperm density and serum testosterone concentration relative to the control group. Nicotine also caused oxidative damage shown by significant reduction in the activities of antioxidant enzymes and elevation in Malondialdehyde (MDA) levels. ICA on the other hand, improved the reduction in sperm density, hormone levels, and activities of antioxidant enzymes altered in the nicotine treated mice. CONCLUSIONS These findings indicate that nicotine-induced reproductive toxicity and oxidative damage on male reproductive tissues could be attenuated by ICA.
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- Guochao Ni
- Department of Clinical Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, 210095, Jiangsu, China
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- Co-Innovation Center for Sustainable Forestry in Southern China, College of Forestry, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, 210037, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Clinical Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, 210095, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Clinical Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, 210095, Jiangsu, China.
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Price LR, Martinez J. Biological effects of nicotine exposure: A narrative review of the scientific literature. F1000Res 2019; 8:1586. [PMID: 32595938 PMCID: PMC7308884 DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.20062.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/20/2019] [Indexed: 09/07/2023] Open
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The emergence of new tobacco heating products and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) is changing the way humans are exposed to nicotine. The purpose of this narrative review is to provide a broad overview of published scientific literature with respect to the effects of nicotine on three key health-related areas: 1) cardiovascular risk, 2) carcinogenesis and 3) reproductive outcomes. These areas are known to be particularly vulnerable to the effects of cigarette smoke, and in addition, nicotine has been hypothesized to play a role in disease pathogenesis. Acute toxicity will also be discussed. The literature to February 2019 suggests that there is no increased cardiovascular risk of nicotine exposure in consumers who have no underlying cardiovascular pathology. There is scientific consensus that nicotine is not a direct or complete carcinogen, however, it remains to be established whether it plays some role in human cancer propagation and metastasis. These cancer progression pathways have been proposed in models in vitro and in transgenic rodent lines in vivo but have not been demonstrated in cases of human cancer. Further studies are needed to determine whether nicotine is linked to decreased fertility in humans. The results from animal studies indicate that nicotine has the potential to act across many mechanisms during fetal development. More studies are needed to address questions regarding nicotine exposure in humans, and this may lead to additional guidance concerning new ENDS entering the market.
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- Leonie R. Price
- Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, Japan Tobacco International, Genève, Genève, 1202, Switzerland
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- Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, Japan Tobacco International, Genève, Genève, 1202, Switzerland
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Price LR, Martinez J. Cardiovascular, carcinogenic and reproductive effects of nicotine exposure: A narrative review of the scientific literature. F1000Res 2019; 8:1586. [PMID: 32595938 PMCID: PMC7308884 DOI: 10.12688/f1000research.20062.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/20/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
Abstract
The emergence of new tobacco heating products and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) is changing the way humans are exposed to nicotine. The purpose of this narrative review is to provide a broad overview of published scientific literature with respect to the effects of nicotine on three key health-related areas: 1) cardiovascular risk, 2) carcinogenesis and 3) reproductive outcomes. These areas are known to be particularly vulnerable to the effects of cigarette smoke, and in addition, nicotine has been hypothesized to play a role in disease pathogenesis. Acute toxicity will also be discussed. The literature to February 2019 suggests that there is no increased cardiovascular risk of nicotine exposure in consumers who have no underlying cardiovascular pathology. There is scientific consensus that nicotine is not a direct or complete carcinogen, however, it remains to be established whether it plays some role in human cancer propagation and metastasis. These cancer progression pathways have been proposed in models in vitro and in transgenic rodent lines in vivo but have not been demonstrated in cases of human cancer. Further studies are needed to determine whether nicotine is linked to decreased fertility in humans. The results from animal studies indicate that nicotine has the potential to act across many mechanisms during fetal development. More studies are needed to address questions regarding nicotine exposure in humans, and this may lead to additional guidance concerning new ENDS entering the market.
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- Leonie R. Price
- Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, Japan Tobacco International, Genève, Genève, 1202, Switzerland
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- Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, Japan Tobacco International, Genève, Genève, 1202, Switzerland
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Akbari Bazm M, Khazaei M, Khazaei F, Naseri L. Nasturtium Officinale
L. hydroalcoholic extract improved oxymetholone‐induced oxidative injury in mouse testis and sperm parameters. Andrologia 2019; 51:e13294. [DOI: 10.1111/and.13294] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2018] [Revised: 03/12/2019] [Accepted: 03/26/2019] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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- Mohsen Akbari Bazm
- Fertility and Infertility Research Center Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Kermanshah Iran
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- Fertility and Infertility Research Center Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Kermanshah Iran
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- Fertility and Infertility Research Center Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Kermanshah Iran
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- Fertility and Infertility Research Center Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences Kermanshah Iran
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Adana MY, Akang EN, Naidu ECS, Aniekan PI, Kouame K, Offor U, Ogedengbe OO, Azu OO. Testicular microanatomical and hormonal alterations following use of antiretroviral therapy inSprague Dawleyrats: Role of Naringenin. Andrologia 2018; 50:e13137. [DOI: 10.1111/and.13137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2018] [Revised: 07/09/2018] [Accepted: 07/29/2018] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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- Misturah Yetunde Adana
- Discipline of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences; University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban South Africa
- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences; College of Health Sciences, University of Ilorin; Ilorin Nigeria
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- Discipline of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences; University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban South Africa
- Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine; University of Lagos; Lagos Nigeria
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- Discipline of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences; University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban South Africa
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- Discipline of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences; University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban South Africa
- Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences; University of Uyo; Uyo Nigeria
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- Discipline of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences; University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban South Africa
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- Discipline of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences; University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban South Africa
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- Discipline of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences; University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban South Africa
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- Discipline of Clinical Anatomy, School of Laboratory Medicine and Medical Sciences; University of KwaZulu-Natal; Durban South Africa
- Department of Anatomy; School of Medicine; Windhoek Namibia
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Bisong SA, Ukoh IE, Nna VU, Ebong PE. Vitamin E attenuates nicotine- and noise-induced reproductive impairment in male albino Wistar rats. Andrologia 2018; 50:e13050. [DOI: 10.1111/and.13050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/13/2018] [Accepted: 04/15/2018] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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- S. A. Bisong
- Department of Physiology; Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences; College of Medical Sciences; University of Calabar; Calabar Cross River State Nigeria
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- Department of Physiology; Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences; College of Medical Sciences; University of Calabar; Calabar Cross River State Nigeria
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- Department of Physiology; Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences; College of Medical Sciences; University of Calabar; Calabar Cross River State Nigeria
- Department of Physiology; School of Medical Sciences; Universiti Sains Malaysia; Kelantan Malaysia
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- Department of Biochemistry; Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences; College of Medical Sciences; University of Calabar; Calabar Cross River State Nigeria
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