Rats given salmon collagen peptides after C-section had stronger uterine tissue that could withstand more pressure, reducing the risk of rupture during future pregnancies.
Scientific Claim
Oral administration of marine collagen peptides at 1.125 g/kg body weight in rats following cesarean section is associated with higher uterine bursting pressure at 7, 14, and 21 days post-surgery compared to vehicle control.
Original Statement
“The uterine bursting pressure of the rats in the 1.125 g kgbw−1 MCP group also increased remarkably at all three time points (Fig. 1b). In addition, a dose-response relationship was observed in groups, with p-values of 0.005, 0.009, and 0.029 on Days 7, 14, and 21, respectively.”
Evidence Quality Assessment
Claim Status
appropriately stated
Study Design Support
Design supports claim
Appropriate Language Strength
association
Can only show association/correlation
Assessment Explanation
The study design supports correlational claims, and the use of 'associated with' appropriately reflects the associative nature of the findings without implying causation.