Hemoglobin-Based Oxygen Carriers as Red Cell Substitutes and Oxygen Therapeutics

Kim, Hae Won; Greenburg, A. Gerson

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.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2014-01-09

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783642407161

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-40717-8

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 746