During reperfusion of ischemic tissue, injury may be exacerbated by the generation of which of the following?
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Correct answer: Reactive oxygen species
Reperfusion injury occurs when the restoration of blood flow brings oxygen that reacts with damaged mitochondrial enzymes to produce ROS. These free radicals cause further lipid peroxidation and membrane damage.
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