Our mission is to provide an affordable and portable chemotherapy scalp cooling device that allows cancer patients to have freedom and flexibility within their daily lives. The device minimizes the emotional and psychological impact of hair loss on patients.
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Scalp cooling is a technique that uses a cold cap or device to cool the scalp before, during, and after chemotherapy treatment.
Cooling the scalp can help protect the hair follicles from damage and reduce hair loss.
Vasoconstriction is the narrowing of blood vessels, which results in the reduction of blood flow through them.
During scalp cooling, vasoconstriction happens as a natural response to the cold temperatures applied to the scalp, causing the blood vessels in the scalp to constrict.
Cooling the scalp can reduce blood flow by 20–40%, which can limit the amount of chemotherapy drugs that reach the hair follicles.
Chemotherapy drugs can affect both cancer cells and other rapidly dividing cells in the body—including hair cells.
Scalp cooling reduces the rate at which cells divide and become less likely to be targeted by chemotherapy drugs.
This helps protect the hair follicles and can reduce hair loss during treatment.
Chemotherapy drugs can enter cells through two processes: active transport via membrane proteins and passive diffusion.
The low temperatures slow down active transport and make the cell membrane less permeable to drugs.
Cooling the scalp can suppress both of these processes and lead to a reduction in the drugs that reach the hair follicle.
Scalp cooling during chemotherapy slows down the metabolic rate of cells. Reduced metabolic activity can affect cellular processes, including oxidation. Oxidation involves the generation of harmful substances called reactive oxygen species.
Slowing down these processes through scalp cooling may reduce the toxicity of chemotherapy drugs. Protecting the cells in the hair follicles from damage can help mitigate the risk of hair loss as a side effect of chemotherapy.
Evan Fisler is a co-founder that is dedicated to developing innovative solutions to prevent chemotherapy-induced alopecia. Evan's personal connection to a love done's battle with cancer has inspired him to create a device that can help cancer patients retain their dignity and confidence during chemotherapy treatment. Through his role as a co-founder, Evan is committed to making a meaningful impact in the field of oncology and improving the quality of life for cancer patients.
Justo Hernandez is a co-founder that is focused on developing an innovative solution to prevent chemotherapy-induced alopecia and improve patient care. With his dedication to advancing the field of oncology and his deep understanding of medical technology, Justo is committed to creating positive impacts on patients' lives. Through his passion and expertise, Justo aims to revolutionize the MedTech industry and make a meaningful difference in patient care.
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