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Silk Fibroin Nanofibers: Advancements in Bioactive Dressings through Electrospinning Technology for Diabetic Wound Healing

Afaf Aldahish, S. Nirenjen, Rajalakshimi Vasudevan, Taha Alqahtani, Saud Alqahtani, Ahmad Mohammad Asiri, Praveen Devanandan, Tamilanban Thamaraikani, Chitra Vellapandian, J. Narayanan

Pharmaceuticals · 2024

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Summary

BACKGROUND: Non-healing diabetic wounds represent a significant clinical challenge globally, necessitating innovative approaches in drug delivery to enhance wound healing. Understanding the pathogenesis of these wounds is crucial for developing effective treatments. Bioactive dressings and polymeric nanofibers have emerged as promising modalities, with silk biomaterials gaining attention for their unique properties in diabetic wound healing. PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The purpose of this review is to examine the challenges and innovations in treating non-healing diabetic wounds, emphasizing the global burden and the need for effective solutions. This review explores the complex mechanisms of wound healing in diabetes and evaluates the therapeutic potential of bioactive dressings and polymeric nano

Source type
Peer-reviewed study
DOI
10.3390/ph17101305
Catalogue ID
SNmoj441d2-okpm2p
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