Camilla Jessen
Chinese researchers claim to have developed a revolutionary bone “super glue”
Chinese researchers have unveiled Bone-02, a groundbreaking bone adhesive that could fix fractures in minutes, potentially replacing months of recovery and invasive surgeries.
A Breakthrough in Orthopedic Medicine
Bone fractures often require long recuperation periods and sometimes metal plates or screws to stabilize bones.
Bone-02, developed at Zhejiang University in Hangzhou, promises a faster and less invasive alternative.
According to Lin Xianfeng, an orthopedic surgeon at Hangzhou’s Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, the adhesive can glue broken bone fragments together in just three minutes through a single injection.
Inspiration from Nature
As reported by OC, the scientists drew inspiration from oysters, which produce a natural bioglue capable of sticking to surfaces underwater in wet, salty, and moving conditions.
Using this concept, researchers engineered Bone-02 to form strong, erosion-resistant bonds in the human body.
Early Success Stories
In one experimental case, a patient with a wrist fracture received an injection through a 3-cm incision.
Within three minutes, the bone fragments were stabilized.
Traditional surgery would have required a metal plate and screws, with a follow-up operation to remove the hardware.
After a three-month follow-up, the patient’s fracture had healed completely without complications. Bone-02 has already been used successfully in over 150 trial cases.
Advantages Over Traditional Surgery
Bone-02 is biodegradable, meaning it is naturally absorbed by the body.
This eliminates the need for a second surgery to remove the adhesive, reducing the risk of infection and complications associated with metal implants.
Patent and Future Trials
The developers of Bone-02 have patented the technology both within and outside China.
However, further clinical trials are necessary to confirm the adhesive’s safety and effectiveness across a broader patient population.
Potential Impact on Healthcare
If widely adopted, Bone-02 could revolutionize orthopedic treatment, reducing hospital stays, minimizing surgery-related risks, and speeding up the recovery process for millions of patients worldwide.
This article is made and published by Camilla Jessen, which may have used AI in the preparation
