Not exact matches
Although current mitral valve interventions
delivered via a small incision through the
skin could be a viable alternative treatment, this strategy benefits only a highly selective group of patients who have mitral valve leaflets (which are flaps that seal the valve) of a particular shape.
Compared to popping a pill,
delivering a drug
via a
skin patch can provide a much more constant and smooth supply.
Insulin pumps are portable devices attached to the body which
deliver constant amounts of rapid or short acting insulin
via a catheter placed under the
skin.