Hemoglobin-Based Oxygen Carriers as Red Cell Substitutes and Oxygen Therapeutics
| Author | : Hae Won Kim |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 741 |
| Release | : 2013-12-18 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9783642407178 |
| ISBN-13 | : 364240717X |
| Rating | : 4/5 (17X Downloads) |
Download or read book Hemoglobin-Based Oxygen Carriers as Red Cell Substitutes and Oxygen Therapeutics written by Hae Won Kim and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-12-18 with total page 741 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Currently, hemoglobin (Hb)-based oxygen carriers (HBOCs) are leading candidates as red blood cell substitutes. In addition, HBOCs are also potential oxygen therapeutics for treatment of patients with critical ischemic conditions due to atherosclerosis, diabetes and other conditions. This book will provide readers a comprehensive review of topics involved in the HBOC development. It focusses on current products and clinical applications as well as on emerging technologies and future prospects.
