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Aethlon Hemopurifier removes 99% of H5N1 in vitro; monitoring bird flu outbreak
AETHLON MEDICAL INC
- In vitro study with scaled-down Hemopurifier showed 99% removal of H5N1 virus after 6 hours.
- Device has not yet been used in human patients for H5N1; 38 patients treated for other enveloped viruses.
- Hemopurifier holds FDA breakthrough device designation for life-threatening viruses with no effective treatment.
- Company monitoring cases and engaging with hospitals, California, and FDA on potential use.
- CDC recommends antivirals for H5N1; resistance observed in some hospitalized patients, suggesting need for novel therapies.