Loss of Structural Integrity

LOSS OF STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY

  • Postmortem alteration of membrane properties initiates the degradation of muscular proteins.
  • There is a progressive disruption of myofibrillar structure.
  • The resolution of rigor mortis is reported to occur due to disintegration of Z-line structure.
  • A rapid decline in muscle pH also causes denaturation of collagenous connective tissue.
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