FIGURE 3.

DHA attenuated infarct size and neurological recovery on days 3, 7, and 14 after MCAo. A, Neurological scores (normal score = 0, maximal deficit = 12); B, cortical, subcortical, and total infarct areas; and C, computer‐generated MosaiX‐processed images of Nissl‐stained and ischemia contrast paraffin‐embedded brain sections from all groups. Saline‐treated rats show large cortical and subcortical infarction. In contrast, rats treated with DHA display less damage, mostly in the subcortical area. n = 5‐6/group; *P < .05, DHA vs saline; and repeated‐measures ANOVA followed by Bonferroni tests