Mode of delivery alters sensitivity to thermal and chemical stimuli in adult rats: An experimental study
Parastoo Nikkhouy,
Mehdi Abbasnejad,
Saeed Esmaeili-Mahani
et al.
Abstract:Background: The mode of delivery might prompt a long-lasting alteration in physiological and behavioral responsiveness in offspring.
Objective: This study was intended to evaluate if the mode of delivery could alter sensitivity to thermal and chemical stimuli in female rats.
Materials and Methods: 56 adult female Wistar rats (200–220 gr) that were born by vaginal or cesarean section (C-section) were used (n = 28/each). Inflammatory pain was induced by subcutaneous injection of formalin into the hin… Show more
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