Puncture through the Skin with Microneedle can Foster Medical Tech Innovation

Microneedle is a type of delivery system which utilizes tiny needles that puncture through the skins or tissues of the patients. Currently, microneedles are found to cause less pain, tissue damage, and skin inflammation in patients. In addition with the recent concerns of potential infections when using microneedle, the surface of microneedle are now coated with antimicrobial. It is a substance that will prevent microbial growth, yet it does not hinder the skin regenerative ability. Alternatively, bio-degradable microneedle design holds potential usage, such as vaccine delivery system pose, and interest for further research.

I found thid article to be interesting because it dealt with potential medicine delivary system such as pain free treatment. Other usage for microneedle involves diabetes treatment insteading pricking from regular needle. Microneedle in patch form allows quick disburstment and does not require medically trained person to administer the shot. Thus, patch with microneedle can be self administer by patients.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/05/100519112620.htm