Tag - Medical Devices

Bio-Inspired Coating for Medical Devices Prevents Clotting

An untreated loop of catheter tubing (left) alongside a clot-free coated loop Jayachandran Kizhakkedathu Research GroupWhen blood passes through medical devices like catheters or stents, there's a risk of clots forming, which can be harmful. A newly developed coating, inspired by biological processes, could prevent this without the need for blood-thinning drugs.How Blood Forms Clots...