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ePaper EH@MEDICA 2021

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15.11.2021

News • Hypothermic oxygenated perfusion

‘Heart-in-a-box’ to improve organ transport

Not just a Nirvana song, but also an effective way to keep a donor heart fresh for transplantation: New research shows the benefits of “heart-in-a-box” storage.

News • Time loss vs. life expectancy gains

Dialysis: Is the tradeoff always worth it?

New research sheds light on the tradeoffs between survival and time spent in inpatient care that dialysis might entail. This could help patients with kidney failure make more informed decisions.

News • Biocompatible electronic component

A 'smart' suture to monitor recovery progress

Korean researchers have developed a new type of 'smart' surgical suture that monitors the recovery process of a wound. This could improve orthopedic or general medical rehabilitation, the team hopes.