Reversible electroadhesion of hydrogels to animal tissues for suture-less repair of cuts or tears

The authors demonstrate strong adhesion of cationic hydrogels to bovine tissues under a DC electric field. Such electroadhesion can be reversed by switching the polarity of the field. This approach could enable simpler surgeries, where sutures are not needed.

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Autores principales: Leah K. Borden, Ankit Gargava, Srinivasa R. Raghavan
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Publicado: Nature Portfolio 2021
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Acceso en línea:https://doaj.org/article/2fafb60631484d90b700b6c5342386a4
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Sumario:The authors demonstrate strong adhesion of cationic hydrogels to bovine tissues under a DC electric field. Such electroadhesion can be reversed by switching the polarity of the field. This approach could enable simpler surgeries, where sutures are not needed.