After the Heart Attack: Injectable Gels Could Prevent Future Heart Failure (Video) (IMAGE)

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After the Heart Attack: Injectable Gels Could Prevent Future Heart Failure (Video)

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Compared to other types of hydrogels being developed (left), a new hydrogel (right) can form crosslinks after injection into the heart, making the material stiffer and longer-lasting.

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