Table 2.
Results of histological analysis of gastrocnemius muscle.
| Parameter | Control Group | Saline 24 h Group | FA 24 h Group | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perimeter (mm) |
left limb | 54.5 ± 2.7 | 53.8 ± 3.4 | 54.5 ± 14.9 |
| right limb | 52.8 ± 3.0 | 61.7 ± 3.4 | 62.8 ± 2.2 | |
| Increase of limb section (ischemic vs. non ischemic) (%) |
0.1 ± 7.1 | 29.9 ± 10.0 | 17.4 ± 9.2 | |
| Weight (g) | left limb | 1.82 ± 0.04 | 1.81 ± 0.14 | 1.78 ± 0.10 |
| right limb | 1.84 ± 0.09 | 2.06 ± 0.15 | 1.86 ± 0.10 | |
| PMN (right limb) | 8.13 ± 4.93 | 54.44 ± 19.47 | 41.80 ± 15.40 | |
| Damaged fibers (%) | 5.44 ± 2.76 | 65.53 ± 14.08 | 48.68 ± 18.86 | |