This 3-D-Printed Membrane Could Keep Hearts Beating Indefinitely

The custom-fitted membrane, which wraps around the heart like a glove, could monitor the organ's vitals--and deliver a jolt of electricity during arrhythmia.

Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have 3-D-printed an electronic membrane worn on the heart that could keep the organ beating indefinitely.

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Published on March 03, 2014 11:06
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