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The current average lifespan of existing heart valve implants is less than 10 years and there is always a risk of them degrading or complications occurring. By using Zwitterion coated materials, we ...

“The current average lifespan of existing heart valve implants is less than 10 years and there is always a risk of them degrading or complications occurring. By using Zwitterion coated materials, we ...

By using Zwitterion coated materials, we aim to decrease the risk of blood clots and increase the lifespan of heart valves and other medical implants," says Dr Naficy, from the University's School ...

Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Zwitterions are strange molecules that are positive and negative at once. Sydney scientists are harnessing zwitterions to improve ...