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Mussel and foetal surgery
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Length:
14 minutes
Released:
Sep 16, 2019
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Podcast episode
Description
Babies in the womb could be saved with the help of a glue based on proteins found in mussels. Performing surgery on foetuses in the womb is an astonishing medical feat but closing the delicate amniotic sac after surgery is difficult. A synthetic adhesive could do the job and help save lives of the youngest patients.
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Released:
Sep 16, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
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