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The 'Pumping Heart Patch' Could Soon be Trialed on Humans
Grace Mahas — June 5, 2019 — Tech
Thanks to the progression in modern medicine, scientists have recently created a 'Pumping Heart Patch.' This device could potentially save 52,000 lives in the UK annually.
The 'Pumping Heart Patch' works through millions of living, beating cells that repair any damage created through heart attacks and heart failures. The patch is made from samples of the patients' cells and is sewn directly on the heart. Eventually, the device becomes a working muscle. Additionally, the machine releases regenerative and reparative chemicals.
It has currently only been tested on rabbits, but patient trials will begin by 2021. This new device could drastically assist over 920,000 individuals affected by heart failure in the UK.
Image Credit: Prof Sian Harding, Imperial College London
The 'Pumping Heart Patch' works through millions of living, beating cells that repair any damage created through heart attacks and heart failures. The patch is made from samples of the patients' cells and is sewn directly on the heart. Eventually, the device becomes a working muscle. Additionally, the machine releases regenerative and reparative chemicals.
It has currently only been tested on rabbits, but patient trials will begin by 2021. This new device could drastically assist over 920,000 individuals affected by heart failure in the UK.
Image Credit: Prof Sian Harding, Imperial College London
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Regenerative Medicine — The development of the 'Pumping Heart Patch' showcases the potential for regenerative medicine in repairing heart damage caused by heart attacks and heart failures.
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Personalized Healthcare — Creating the 'Pumping Heart Patch' from samples of the patients' cells highlights the opportunities for personalized healthcare in treating heart-related conditions.
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Biotechnology Advancements — The use of millions of living, beating cells in the 'Pumping Heart Patch' illustrates the advancements in biotechnology for developing innovative medical devices.
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Medical Devices — The 'Pumping Heart Patch' presents a disruptive innovation opportunity within the medical devices industry by offering a potentially life-saving treatment for heart failure.
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Pharmaceuticals — The release of regenerative and reparative chemicals by the 'Pumping Heart Patch' suggests an industry opportunity in pharmaceuticals for developing targeted treatments for heart conditions.
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Biotechnology — The use of living cells and advanced biological techniques in creating the 'Pumping Heart Patch' presents disruptive innovation possibilities within the biotechnology industry for developing new therapies.
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