In China, a subcutaneous chip has been implanted to combat alcoholism in a patient with this dependence. The active ingredient is the hydrochloride of Naltrexona, a substance that blocks pleasure receptors in the brain associated with the intake of alcohol
A 40 -year -old Chinese man, afflicted by beyond twenty years of alcohol dependencebecame the first patient to receive an innovative Subcutaneous system to combat alcoholism. The intervention, performed April 8 at theFuyang Popular Hospitalrepresented a surprising turning point: by four hoursthe patient reported the Complete disappearance of desire to drink.
How the chip works
The treatment is based on a well -known active ingredient, but administered in a completely new way: it is Naltrexona hydrochloridea substance that blocks pleasure receptors in the brain associated with the intake of alcohol. In this case the molecule is contained in prolonged release capsulesimplanted under the skin with one simple incision of one centimeter in the lower abdomen.
Unlike traditional oral therapieswhich require one constant adherence to treatmentthis system guarantees one Continuous liberation of the drug for at least six months. In this way, forgetfulness, drops in motivation and risk of repercussions are avoided. The intervention lasts less than five minutes and is carried out in local anesthesiawithout particular side effects if not slight annoyance in the plant area.
An integrated treatment
Between 2023 and 2024, a multicenter trial conducted by Second Xiangya hospital ofCentral University of South It monitored the effectiveness of this large -scale method. The results confirmed a significant improvement in the management of alcoholic desire and a high success rate in the prevention of relapses, without serious adverse reactions.
It is not just a drug: the chip is part of a Complete therapeutic pathwhich includes psychological support, medical monitoring And periodic assessments. The goal is not only to interrupt consumption, but help the patient to recover a balanced life.
This mini-invasive surgerysimple but powerfully effective, it could mark a point of carried out in the fight against alcoholism. The results obtained in China open the way to new hopes for millions of people all over the world that fight against this chronic and insidious dependence.
