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[Key problems in using ultrasonic cavitating bubble as a gene or drug vector].

Yiwei Zhang1, Tiejun Chen, Shuhong Lin

  • 1State Key Laboratory of Hydroscience and Engineering, Tsinghua University, Beijing 100084, China.

Sheng Wu Yi Xue Gong Cheng Xue Za Zhi = Journal of Biomedical Engineering = Shengwu Yixue Gongchengxue Zazhi
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Ultrasound-induced cavitation bubbles show potential as vectors for gene delivery and drug release. This review covers cavitation mechanisms, sonoporation control, and contrast agent effects, aiming to guide clinical applications.

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Area of Science:

  • Acoustics and Biophysics
  • Biotechnology and Nanomedicine

Context:

  • Ultrasound technology offers a novel method for inducing cavitation in liquids.
  • Cavitation bubbles possess unique properties making them suitable for targeted delivery applications.

Purpose:

  • To review the mechanism of ultrasound-induced cavitation.
  • To discuss the control of sonoporation and the role of ultrasound contrast agents.
  • To provide a theoretical foundation for the clinical use of cavitating bubble vectors.

Summary:

  • This article explores the fundamental principles of ultrasound-induced cavitation.
  • It details the process of sonoporation and the impact of ultrasound contrast agents on cavitation.
  • The current research landscape and associated challenges are examined.

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