Heart valve replacement is a life-saving treatment ... The new procedure begins with a nanofibrous polymeric valve, but made from a biodegradable polymer scaffold rather than a durable plastic.
a biodegradable polymer commonly used as a coating for tablets, which slowly breaks down in the body into harmless carbon dioxide and water. Heart valve problems affect an estimated one in four ...
Regenerative medicine is an exciting field, capable of tackling inherent challenges seen with current therapies.