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Researchers at Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology have succeeded in developing an intravenous needle (IV) that can bend and flex as it enters the human body.

Video. Scared of injections? This floppy IV needle might change your mind

Updated: 12/12/2023 - 15:21 GMT+1

The new IV needle, which is rigid at room temperature like a conventional one, softens when it is inserted and reaches body temperature.

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