Implantable heart patch seals holes and regenerates tissue

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Implantable heart patch seals holes and regenerates tissue
By Paul McClure
August 20, 2025

Implantable heart patch seals holes and regenerates tissue

A team of researchers have developed a 3D-printed, biodegradable heart patch that seals holes in heart tissue and supports tissue regeneration, showing promise as a safer alternative to current surgical materials.

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A team of researchers have developed a 3D-printed, biodegradable heart patch that seals holes in heart tissue and supports tissue regeneration, showing promise as a safer alternative to current surgical materials.

Worldwide, the leading cause of death is heart attack. Those who survive a heart attack face an ongoing issue with the heart’s efficiency, caused by the death of heart cells and the scar tissue that subsequently forms. In severe cases, the heart wall can rupture, requiring emergency surgery.

Over the years, scientists have developed implantable patches to seal and support damaged heart tissue. In a new study led by ETH Zurich in Switzerland, researchers developed and tested a new type of cardiac patch that not only seals defective areas of the heart, but also heals them.

Amazing that this can heal the heart and possibly save lives.

 

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Scientist and professor of immunology Derja Unutmaz, who specializes in the study of T-cells and aging processes, recommended “not to die in the next 10 years”, as they will soon be able to return the human body to the state of 20 years old.

 

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Scientist and professor of immunology Derja Unutmaz, who specializes in the study of T-cells and aging processes, recommended “not to die in the next 10 years”, as they will soon be able to return the human body to the state of 20 years old.

Great I'll never be able to retire.