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  • Unfractionated heparin (UFH) and low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) are crucial anticoagulants in medical procedures, necessitating effective neutralization post-treatment.
  • Current heparin reversal agent, protamine sulfate, has limitations including side effects and ineffectiveness against LMWH.
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Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop novel biocompatible macroporous cryogels for efficient heparin neutralization.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of these cryogels against both UFH and LMWH.
  • To explore the potential of these cryogels as a safer alternative to protamine sulfate.

Main Methods:

  • Synthesis and characterization of macroporous cryogels based on poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) (pHEMA) and L-lysine.
  • Assessment of the cryogels' filtering capabilities.
  • Evaluation of the cryogels' heparin neutralization performance for UFH and LMWH.

Main Results:

  • The synthesized pHEMA-L-lysine cryogels demonstrated strong filtering capabilities.
  • These cryogels exhibited remarkable neutralization performance against both UFH and LMWH.
  • The materials are biocompatible, suggesting suitability for blood-contact applications.

Conclusions:

  • Biocompatible macroporous cryogels offer a promising new approach for heparin neutralization.
  • These cryogels could be utilized in developing advanced filtering devices for rapid heparin reversal.
  • This technology has the potential to enhance patient safety by mitigating risks associated with heparin therapy and its reversal.