Researchers at KAIST University have developed a fast-acting and stable powder hemostatic agent that stops bleeding in one second, potentially significantly increasing survival rates in combat and emergency medical care.
Elchi.az reports that severe blood loss remains a major cause of death in combat injuries. To overcome this challenge, a KAIST research team, including an expert, set out to find a faster and more reliable way to stop bleeding.
Their work resulted in the development of next-generation powder hemostatic agents that can stop bleeding in one second when sprayed directly onto a wound, offering a potential breakthrough in saving lives on the battlefield.
Spray providing solution in seconds
KAIST announced that a powder-based material has been developed that quickly forms a strong hydrogel barrier when applied to a wound. The material transforms in about a second upon contact with the injured area, closing the wound almost immediately.
Designed with real combat conditions in mind, this technology hardens instantly even in harsh environments such as battlefields and disaster zones. Its stability during storage allows for rapid deployment for emergency assistance.
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