What Researchers Did
Researchers reviewed advances in biomedical engineering for systems mimicking blood's oxygen delivery and metabolic waste removal functions.
What They Found
They identified over ten distinct approaches for oxygen delivery, such as hyperbaric oxygen therapy, oxygen-carrying microparticles, and administering haemoglobin or red blood cells. The review also detailed methods like biochemical reactions, electrolysis, and peritoneal oxygenation, alongside the critical need to remove metabolic wastes to prevent cell death.
Canadian Relevance
This review was co-authored by a Canadian researcher, contributing to the global understanding of biomedical engineering solutions for critical blood functions.
Study Limitations
As a review, this study synthesizes existing literature rather than presenting new experimental data or clinical trial results.