Fear of blood: the risk of infection spurs a search for safer transfusions

Article Abstract:

The fear of blood transfusions, which has come about primarily because of the risk of AIDS, has led to greater use of autologous blood donations, blood recycling and biotechnological efforts to develop a blood substitute. These efforts are discussed.

Health aspects, Blood transfusion, Blood substitutes

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The body builders

Article Abstract:

Skin, cartilages, organs and other body tissues are being engineered by scientists at small biotechnology companies. For instance, Advanced Tissue Sciences is creating new skin from infant foreskins which are byproducts of circumcisions.

Biotechnology industry, Biotechnology industries, Tissue culture

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The beat goes on

Article Abstract:

An operation using the new technique of minimally invasive heart surgery to repair a damaged mitral valve is described. This type of surgery is carried out with the help of a robot and without making a large incision.

Care and treatment, Equipment and supplies, Heart valve diseases, Laparoscopic surgery

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