Hemorrhage with magnet

Researchers in Zurich (Switzerland) are developing a magnetic nanotube capable of detecting deadly molecules in the blood and removing them.

This technology is considered to provide new and potential approaches for the treatment of patients with drug toxicity, septicemia and certain cancers.

The work of Swiss researchers focuses on the creation of magnetized and carbonated nanoparticles on the surface, which are then pinned to the antibodies of the right kind of molecule. Remove from the patient's blood like toxic metals (typically lead) or other harmful cells.

By inserting these "magnetic beetles" into the bloodstream, then passing blood through a dialysis machine or similar device, the team is able to filter and eliminate the compounds that do not. exist in the patient's body.

According to Technology Review , the method has the advantage that nano-entities do not cause any harm to the human body nor does it interfere with the circulation of the blood.

Preliminary tests of the team showed that after a crucible, this method could send about 75% of dioxin out of the blood of a patient.