Changes in the vascular supply to rat growth cartilage during radiation injury and repair

SummaryThe effects of x-irradiation on the epiphyseal blood supply to the growth cartilage are described over a period up to 12 weeks after irradiation. 900 rads had very little effect on the blood supply. 1800 rads reduced the supply, but a substantial fraction of vessels remained intact throughout the experimental period. Radiation effects on the metaphyseal vessels are also described.

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