How is nanotechnology currently being applied in clinical settings?
Several nanotechnology-based products are already in clinical use or undergoing clinical trials. For example, nanoparticle-based contrast agents are used in imaging techniques to diagnose cardiovascular diseases more accurately. Drug-eluting stents, which are coated with nanoparticles to release medication over time, are used to prevent the re-narrowing of arteries after angioplasty. These applications demonstrate the practical benefits of nanotechnology in improving patient outcomes in cardiovascular care.
