[Influence of ultrasonics on the fecundity of female rats].
We have studied the effects of ultrasound on the female rat fertility. When utilized at similar power than for human beings, the echography reduces significantly the number of foetus counted at the 15th day of the gestation. A direct action of the ultrasounds on the mechanisms of the ovulation is to be considered.
D000818:Animals; D004971:Estrus; D005260:Female; D005298:Fertility; D011247:Pregnancy; D051381:Rats; D011919:Rats, Inbred Strains; D013997:Time Factors; D014465:Ultrasonics
Influence des ultrasons sur la fécondité de la ratte.