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Review Papers | Pharmacy | India | Volume 13 Issue 6, June 2024 | Popularity: 5.2 / 10
Nanomedicine In Healing Chronic Wound: Opportunities and Challenges
Jyoti Jwala, Kumari Himanshi, Rajesh Kumar Sharma
Abstract: Wounds occur when the skin is harmed and its protective barrier is compromised. Over time, the number of acute wounds caused by physical injuries has decreased due to changes in the types of illnesses people experience. Meanwhile, there has been an increase in the prevalence of chronic wounds among individuals due to factors such as aging, diabetes, and infection. There are currently over six million individuals in the United States who are dealing with chronic wounds. These wounds collectively lead to annual expenses of ten billion dollars. Treating chronic wounds can be quite challenging due to various factors. Traditional treatments for chronic wounds include dermatological procedures like skin grafting, flap transplantation, negative-pressure wound therapy, and gauze dressing. On the other hand, these procedures can potentially harm the tissues or limit activities. In the field of biomedicine, nanobiotechnology is now being utilized. This field encompasses diverse technologies derived from engineering, chemistry, and biology. This article aims to explore the development, execution, and testing of nanotechnology-based treatments for chronic wound healing in a way that is accessible and relatable to readers. We also highlight the potential therapeutic applications of nanomedicine in treating specific conditions. In this study, we present a concise overview of previous nanobiotechnology research, laying the foundation for future advancements in wound care using a multifunctional smart system based on nanotechnology.
Keywords: Healing, Chronic, Wound, Nanomedicine, Biotechnology
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 6, June 2024
Pages: 235 - 243
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/MR24530113654
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