Nanorobotic artificial blood components and its therapeutic applications: A minireview

Ir J Med Sci. 2024 Jan 29. doi: 10.1007/s11845-024-03617-5. Online ahead of print.

Abstract

Numerous scientific and medical domains have been revolutionized by nanotechnology, opening up unprecedented opportunities for healthcare applications. Among these developments, the creation of nanorobots for artificial blood components is a novel field of research that seeks to overcome the constraints of conventional pharmacological therapy. This review article provides a comprehensive overview of the nanorobotic artificial blood components and their therapeutic uses. The article begins by outlining the core concepts of nanotechnology and nanorobotic systems, emphasizing their design and control methods. It then delves into various types of nanorobotic artificial blood components, such as oxygen transporters (artificial RBCs), clotting agents (artificial platelets), and immune modulators (artificial WBCs). It goes into detail about their properties, functioning, and capabilities, which allow them to replicate the physiological activities of actual blood components. The article also assesses the clinical uses of artificial blood components in a variety of medical circumstances. It highlights their potential value in the management of certain blood-related diseases.

Keywords: Artificial blood components; Clottocyte; Microbivores; Nanorobot; Nanotechnology; Respirocyte.

Publication types

  • Review