Elsevier, Journal of Hepatology, 2(50), p. 342-350, 2009
DOI: 10.1016/j.jhep.2008.08.025
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Background/Aims: Bacterial infection combined with hypotension results in exacerbation of the inflammatory response with release of interferon (IFN) gamma. This excessive inflammation may lead to development of hepatic damage and liver failure. This study investigates the effect of dietary lipids on release of IFN-gamma and development of hepatic damage following exposure to synthetic bacterial DNA (CpG-ODN) and hemorrhagic shock. Methods: Rats were exposed to CpG-ODN 18 h before hemorrhagic shock. Samples were taken 4 h following shock. High-fat nutrition was administered at 18 h, 2 h and 45 min before induction of shock. Results: Enteral high-fat strongly reduced circulating IFN-gamma (0.2 ng/ml, P