Perflubron
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Perflubron is a perfluorocarbon (PFC) compound that is used in a variety of medical and industrial applications due to its unique properties. It is a colorless, odorless liquid that is denser than water and is chemically and biologically inert.
Medical Applications[edit | edit source]
Perflubron is used in medicine for a variety of purposes. One of its most notable uses is in liquid ventilation, a technique used to improve oxygenation in patients with severe lung disease. Perflubron is also used as a contrast agent in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) due to its high density and lack of reactivity.
In addition, perflubron has been used in the development of artificial blood products. These products, known as oxygen carriers, are designed to carry oxygen in the bloodstream in situations where blood transfusions are not possible or desirable.
Industrial Applications[edit | edit source]
In the industry, perflubron is used as a heat transfer fluid due to its high boiling point and low reactivity. It is also used in the production of semiconductors and in the optical industry due to its high refractive index.
Safety and Environmental Impact[edit | edit source]
Perflubron is considered to be safe for use in humans and has a low environmental impact. It is not metabolized by the body and is excreted unchanged, primarily through the lungs. It does not deplete the ozone layer and has a low global warming potential.
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