<ul><li>Researchers have developed a technology using ultrasound-activated moving structures to clear biofilms from medical implants without needing to replace the devices.</li><li>The technology involves incorporating microscopic cilia on the implants that, when activated by an acoustic field, create fluid flows to remove biofilms on the surfaces of implants.</li><li>The innovative approach aims to increase the lifespan of implants, reduce infections, and eliminate the need for uncomfortable and hazardous replacement surgeries for patients.</li><li>Future applications of the technology could extend beyond urology to fields like visceral surgery and veterinary medicine, offering a promising solution for keeping implanted medical devices clean.</li></ul>

Ultrasound-activated structures clear biofilms from medical implants

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