Microplastics release from coronary catheters: Insights from catheter analysis
M Dewika1, N Kantha2, Kalaimani Markandan3
1School of American Education, Sunway University, No. 5, Jalan Universiti, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
Chemosphere
|September 29, 2024
Summary
Microplastics (MPs) were found in all cardiac catheters studied, posing a potential health risk. Further research is needed to reduce MP leaching from these essential medical devices.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Materials Science
- Medical Devices
Background:
- Microplastics (MPs) present a global environmental and health concern due to widespread contamination.
- Cardiac invasive catheters are critical medical devices used in cardiovascular interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the leaching of microplastics from cardiac invasive catheters.
- To characterize the types, sizes, and compositions of released microplastics.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 21 catheter samples from four diagnostic and three guider catheter brands.
- Comprehensive experimental approach including morphological and chemical characterization.
- Statistical analysis of microplastic counts across different brands and types.
Main Results:
- Microplastics were detected in all analyzed catheter samples.
- No significant difference in microplastic counts was observed among catheter brands.
- Characterization provided insights into the morphology, size, and chemical composition of leached MPs.
Conclusions:
- Cardiac catheters release microplastics, raising concerns for patient safety.
- Further investigation into catheter materials and design is crucial to mitigate MP leaching.
- Sustainable healthcare practices require addressing microplastic contamination from medical devices.
Keywords:
Coronary cathetersEnvironmental impactHealthcare wasteLeachingMedical devicesMicroplasticsPolymer materialsMore Related Videos
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