Nanoparticles increase survival after blood loss, study suggests
Tuesday, February 22, 2011 - 16:31
in Health & Medicine
In an advance that could improve battlefield and trauma care, scientists have used tiny particles called nanoparticles to improve survival after life-threatening blood loss. Nanoparticles containing nitric oxide were infused into the bloodstream of hamsters, where they helped maintain blood circulation and protect vital organs.
