The invention relates to a composition of simulated blood usable for educational purposes, particularly in the fields of veterinary and human medicine.
| Patent title | Simulated blood composition |
|---|---|
| Thematic area | Health |
| Ownership | ALMA MATER STUDIORUM - UNIVERSITA' DI BOLOGNA |
| Inventors | Diana Tampieri, Elisa Zironi, Marco Canova |
| Protection | Italy |
| Licensing status | Available for development agreements, options, licenses, and other valorization agreements. |
| Keywords | fake blood, medical training, clotting, innovative teaching, hemostasis |
| Filed on | 14 December 2023 |
Synthetic blood represents a crucial resource in medical-surgical simulation. This substance acts as a realistic surrogate for blood and plays an important role in training healthcare professionals and surgeons. It is used to be composed of a mixture of substances, including thickeners and colorants, and it mimics the consistency and appearance of real blood. The presence of synthetic blood allows for the safe and ethical recreation of emergency situations, medical-surgical procedures, and traumatic incidents. In particular, this substance facilitates the acquisition of practical skills, improvement of coordination, and the making of quick decisions in high-pressure situations, all without putting the lives of real patients at risk.
The present innovation consists of two distinct elements, identified as A and B, each with specific purposes and functions. Component A is designed to provide superior realism when used directly on a mannequin or models for venipuncture practices. On the other hand, component B interacts with A, causing the gelatinization of the solution and creating a simulated clot. Its application can occur in various ways: it can be used directly, through spraying or pouring, or applied through an impregnated gauze
The unique formulation of this innovative product stands out for its ability to provide a high degree of realism, proving particularly valuable during simulations of intravenous catheter insertion. Specifically, it allows for the filling of the catheter hub, faithfully replicating the experience that healthcare professionals encounter in practice, where such filling serves as confirmation of the catheter entering the vessel.
Another strength of this discovery is the total non-toxicity of the formulation, with both of its components classified as "food grade," ensuring a high standard of safety.