Implantable Catheter for the Prevention of Cellular Occlusion
To resolve such issues, researchers at Purdue University have looked at the well-known technique of magnetic nanoparticle induced hyperthermia for treatment of cancer cells and used this method to coat or infuse magnetic nanoparticles on implantable catheters. This would induce localized heat (hyperthermia) using external magnetic fields and help to remove or prevent cellular occlusion at the site of these catheters that are used for various medical procedures. This technology would also reduce the need for revision surgery or replacement of devices and can be used in situ and activated non-invasively, making it much safer and cost-effective.
Induces localized heat (hyperthermia) Removes/prevents cellular occlusion Reduces need for surgery and replacement of devices
Implantable central venous access devices
Hyowon LeeLaboratory of Implantable Microsystems ResearchPurdue Biomedical Engineering
United States
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