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Chinese ‘black-hole’ purifier catches tumour cells in blood to stop cancer spread (www.scmp.com)
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Chinese scientists have developed a first-of-its-kind purifier capable of removing breakaway tumour cells that circulate through the bloodstream, potentially preventing the recurrence and spread of some cancers. The Shanghai Jiao Tong University-led team said the proof-of-concept platform could lower the risk of metastasis – the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide – in a peer-reviewed research paper published on November 2. When tested in mouse models of breast cancer, the device...

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[–] 1 point 2 days ago

So, dialysis for cancer.

Not clear how many treatments would be needed. Is this a "weekly for life" situation, or a "one and done"?

Also, curious if they can do it as part of the surgery, or if that's too much stress all at once.

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