What Are the Effects of Oxygen Deprivation on Different Tissue Types?
Different tissues respond to oxygen deprivation in various ways. For instance, the brain is highly sensitive to hypoxia and can suffer irreversible damage within minutes. In contrast, skeletal muscles can tolerate low oxygen levels for longer periods by switching to anaerobic metabolism. Understanding these differences is crucial in histopathology for diagnosing and treating conditions related to oxygen deprivation.
