Revolutionizing Electrotherapy: Temporary Organic Electrodes for Surgery-Free Treatment

Researchers at Lund University and Gothenburg University have developed temporary, organic electrodes that can be injected into the body using a needle, eliminating the need for surgery. The electrodes self-organize into a conducting structure and integrate with the body's cells, providing a minimally invasive approach to electrotherapy. The electrodes break down and are excreted from the body after treatment, making them suitable for non-chronic diseases that are difficult to treat. The new method opens up possibilities for more effective therapies in areas such as cancer and nerve injuries.