Abstract
DNA has been widely investigated as a carrier for drug delivery. Here, we describe a macroscopic DNA film that has been generated enzymatically. This DNA film was subsequently coated with thrombin (TB) using an aptamer-protein interaction, to expedite hemostasis over a large area. The DNA film coated with TB (DNA patch) significantly improved plasma hemostasis by acting as a coagulative scaffold for TB, as well as carrying localized TB. This study elucidates the benefits of using enzymatic amplification-based DNA structures in the context of topical drug treatment.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 5917-5920 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Chemical Communications |
Volume | 56 |
Issue number | 44 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 4 Jun 2020 |