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. 1997 Nov-Dec;10(6):357-65.
doi: 10.3109/08941939709099599.

Perfluorocarbons: future clinical possibilities

M C Clark  1 , D S Weiman, J W Pate, S Gir
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Perfluorocarbons: future clinical possibilities

M C Clark et al. J Invest Surg. 1997 Nov-Dec.
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Abstract

Perfluorocarbons are now being used as oxygen carriers in clinical settings. Because these chemicals may have a role as a blood substitute, in organ preservation, and in the management of respiratory failure, we have reviewed some of the research leading to these applications.

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