Dr. Barry Dworkin

Proof of concept via in vitro testing shows that venous clots can be broken down more quickly than meds using an ultrasound vortex. Still far away from clinical use if it ever gets to that endpoint.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for January 24, 2023

Source:
New tool uses ultrasound ‘tornado’ to break down blood clots

Reference:
A model of high-speed endovascular Sonothrombolysis with vortex ultrasound-induced shear stress to treat cerebral venous sinus thrombosis. Research, 2023; DOI: 10.34133/research.0048

Related posts:

  1. Low frequency radio waves directed at the kidney reduces blood pressure
  2. New optical imaging technique helps identify breast cancer subtypes and how well they respond to treatment in real time
  3. Upright MRI scanners allow images that provide information on painful joint activity
  4. Preprint longitudinal controlled MRI-imaging study notes direct evidence of brain abnormalities in people who had COVID (matched and compared to those did not) that could explain the symptoms of Long-COVID. #LongHaulers #LongCovid #VaccinesWork