Universitätsklinikum Knappschaftskrankenhaus Bochum

Delivering the EU Safe Hearts Plan: the essential role of laboratory medicine in cardiovascular health

Abstract The European Union Safe Hearts Plan provides an opportunity to strengthen cardiovascular prevention, early detection, treatment, and monitoring across Europe. This EFLM position paper argues that laboratory medicine must be recognized as a central component of its implem...

Selenium-containing polycaprolactone 3D-printed scaffold for osteogenesis enhancement and bone healing

Bone fractures present significant surgical and healthcare challenges and require innovative bone regeneration strategies. Current research explores selenium (Se)-enhanced polycaprolactone (PCL) scaffolds for improved defect repair. Selenium, known for its antioxidant, anti-infla...