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Microfluidics technology for drug delivery: A review.
Elena I Mancera-Andrade1, Ali Parsaeimehr1, Alejandra Arevalo-Gallegos1
1School of Engineering and Sciences, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Campus Monterrey Monterrey, Ave. Eugenio Garza Sada 2501, 64849, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico.
Frontiers in Bioscience (Elite Edition)
|September 21, 2017
Summary
Microfluidics technology revolutionizes drug delivery with precise, controlled methods. This review explores its progress and opportunities in creating advanced drug delivery systems.
Area of Science:
- Scientific advancements in microfluidics and its applications in chemical and biological studies.
Background:
- Microfluidics technology replicates lab processes on chip-scale devices.
- It offers significant advantages for drug delivery systems, including precise dosage and controlled release.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the recent technological progress of microfluidics in drug delivery.
- To discuss the outcomes and opportunities for microfluidics systems in drug delivery.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on microfluidics applications in drug delivery.
- Analysis of technological advancements and their impact on drug delivery systems.
Main Results:
- Microfluidics enables precise dosage, controlled release, and reduced side effects in drug delivery.
- Applications include fabrication of drug carriers, direct drug delivery, and high-throughput screening.
Conclusions:
- Microfluidics is a key technology for developing advanced drug delivery systems.
- Further opportunities exist for optimizing drug formulation and delivery using microfluidic platforms.
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