Takanori Takebe, MD, PhD, and research colleagues hypothesized that oxygen can be absorbed by tissues in the rectum. Their tests in pigs and mice suggests oxygen could enter the bloodstream via mammalian intestines.
Source: Science, May 14, 2021. Link.
It looks like a crazy idea. But if you look at the data, it’s actually a very compelling story.” – Sean Colgan, PhD
INSIGHTS: Respiratory proctology anyone? 😉