Utilization of Optical Polarization Microscopy in the Study of Sorption Characteristics of Wound Dressing Host Materials

2014 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 561-565 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miha Devetak ◽  
Zdenka Peršin ◽  
Karin Stana-Kleinschek ◽  
Uroš Maver
Keyword(s):  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Sorption Kinetics ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
Polarization Microscopy ◽  
Host Materials ◽  
Kinetics Of ◽  
Dressing Materials ◽  
Insight Into ◽  
Sorption Characteristics

AbstractPolarization microscopy was used for evaluation of kinetics of diclofenac sorption in three different wound dressing materials. The sorption kinetics can be evaluated by radii change and intensity of the light traveling through the fiber. The most frequently used host materials for drugs in wound dressings are alginate, polyesters such as polyethylene terephthalate, and viscose. We studied sorption of diclofenac as an example drug. Effective, but rather simple in vitro simulation of diclofenac sorption gives insight into the applicability of the mentioned materials for development of wound healing materials.

scholarly journals Co-electrospun nanofibrous mats loaded with bitter gourd (Momordica charantia) extract as the wound dressing materials: in vitro and in vivo study

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Saeid Salami ◽  
Gholamreza Bahrami ◽  
Elham Arkan ◽  
Zhila Izadi ◽  
Shahram Miraghaee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Biological Activities ◽  
Healing Process ◽  
Momordica Charantia ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
Vapor Permeability ◽  
Dressing Materials ◽  
Wound Dressing Materials

Abstract Background Interactive dressings are innovatively designed to interact with the wound surface and alter the wound environment to promote wound healing. In the current study, we integrated the physicochemical properties of Poly (caprolactone)/ Poly (vinyl alcohol)/Collagen (PCL/PVA/Col) nanofibers with the biological activities of Momordica charantia pulp extract to develop an efficient wound dressing. The electrospinning method was applied to fabricate the nanofibers, and the prepared wound dressings were thoroughly characterized. Results SEM imaging showed that the nanofibers were uniform, straight, without any beds with a diameter in the range of 260 to 480 nm. Increasing the concentration of the extract increased the diameter of the nanofibers and also the wettability characteristics while reduced the ultimate tensile strength from 4.37 ± 0.90 MPa for PCL/PVA/Col to 1.62 ± 0.50 MPa for PCL/PVA/Col/Ex 10% (p < 0.05). The in vivo studies showed that the application of the wound dressings significantly enhanced the healing process and the highest wound closure, 94.01 ± 8.12%, was obtained by PCL/PVA/Col/Ex 10% nanofibers (p < 0.05). Conclusion The incorporation of the extract had no significant effects on nanofibers’ porosity, water vapor permeability, and swelling characteristics. The in vitro evaluations showed that the fabricated nanofibers were hemocompatible, cytocompatible, and prevent bacterial penetration through the dressing. These findings implied that the PCL/PVA/Col/Ex nanofibers can be applied as the wound dressing materials.

Nanofiber Wound Dressing Materials—A Comparative Study of Wound Healing on a Porcine Model

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katerina Menclová ◽  
Petr Svoboda ◽  
Jan Hadač ◽  
Štefan Juhás ◽  
Jana Juhásová ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Blood Count ◽  
Serum Amyloid A ◽  
Porcine Model ◽  
Serum Amyloid ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
Amyloid A ◽  
Inflammatory Phase ◽  
Dressing Materials

ABSTRACT Background Nanofiber wound dressings remain the domain of in vitro studies. The purpose of our study was to verify the benefits of chitosan (CTS) and polylactide (PLA)-based nanofiber wound dressings on a porcine model of a naturally contaminated standardized wound and compare them with the conventional dressings, i.e., gauze and Inadine. Material and Methods The study group included 32 pigs randomized into four homogeneous groups according to the wound dressing type. Standardized wounds were created on their backs, and wound dressings were regularly changed. We evaluated difficulty of handling individual dressing materials and macroscopic appearance of the wounds. Wound swabs were taken for bacteriological examination. Blood samples were obtained to determine blood count values and serum levels of acute phase proteins (serum amyloid A, C-reactive protein, and haptoglobin). The crucial point of the study was histological analysis. Microscopic evaluation was focused on the defect depth and tissue reactions, including formation of the fibrin exudate with neutrophil granulocytes, the layer of granulation and cellular connective tissue, and the reepithelialization. Statistical analysis was performed by using SPSS software. The analysis was based on the Kruskal–Wallis H test and Mann–Whitney U test followed by Bonferroni correction. Significance was set at P &lt; .05. Results Macroscopic examination did not show any difference in wound healing among the groups. However, evaluation of histological findings demonstrated that PLA-based nanofiber dressing accelerated the proliferative (P = .025) and reepithelialization (P &lt; .001) healing phases, while chitosan-based nanofiber dressing potentiated and accelerated the inflammatory phase (P = .006). No statistically significant changes were observed in the blood count or acute inflammatory phase proteins during the trial. Different dynamics were noted in serum amyloid A values in the group treated with PLA-based nanofiber dressing (P = .006). Conclusion Based on the microscopic examination, we have documented a positive effect of nanofiber wound dressings on acceleration of individual phases of the healing process. Nanofiber wound dressings have a potential to become in future part of the common wound care practice.

scholarly journals Marine Algae Polysaccharides as Basis for Wound Dressings, Drug Delivery, and Tissue Engineering: A Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (7) ◽  
pp. 481 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tatyana A. Kuznetsova ◽  
Boris G. Andryukov ◽  
Natalia N. Besednova ◽  
Tatyana S. Zaporozhets ◽  
Andrey V. Kalinin
Keyword(s):  
Drug Delivery ◽  
Tissue Engineering ◽  
Regenerative Medicine ◽  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
Tissue Engineering Scaffolds ◽  
Treatment Of Wounds ◽  
New Generation ◽  
Dressing Materials

The present review considers the physicochemical and biological properties of polysaccharides (PS) from brown, red, and green algae (alginates, fucoidans, carrageenans, and ulvans) used in the latest technologies of regenerative medicine (tissue engineering, modulation of the drug delivery system, and the design of wound dressing materials). Information on various types of modern biodegradable and biocompatible PS-based wound dressings (membranes, foams, hydrogels, nanofibers, and sponges) is provided; the results of experimental and clinical trials of some dressing materials in the treatment of wounds of various origins are analyzed. Special attention is paid to the ability of PS to form hydrogels, as hydrogel dressings meet the basic requirements set out for a perfect wound dressing. The current trends in the development of new-generation PS-based materials for designing drug delivery systems and various tissue-engineering scaffolds, which makes it possible to create human-specific tissues and develop target-oriented and personalized regenerative medicine products, are also discussed.

scholarly journals Development and Evaluation of Alginate Membranes with Curcumin-Loaded Nanoparticles for Potential Wound-Healing Applications

Pharmaceutics ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. 389 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mónica C. Guadarrama-Acevedo ◽  
Raisa A. Mendoza-Flores ◽  
María L. Del Prado-Audelo ◽  
Zaida Urbán-Morlán ◽  
David M. Giraldo-Gomez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Wound Healing ◽  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Clinical Performance ◽  
Ex Vivo ◽  
High Capacity ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
In Vivo Studies ◽  
Potential Use

Non-biodegradable materials with a low swelling capacity and which are opaque and occlusive are the main problems associated with the clinical performance of some commercially available wound dressings. In this work, a novel biodegradable wound dressing was developed by means of alginate membrane and polycaprolactone nanoparticles loaded with curcumin for potential use in wound healing. Curcumin was employed as a model drug due to its important properties in wound healing, including antimicrobial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory effects. To determine the potential use of wound dressing, in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo studies were carried out. The novel membrane exhibited the diverse functional characteristics required to perform as a substitute for synthetic skin, such as a high capacity for swelling and adherence to the skin, evidence of pores to regulate the loss of transepidermal water, transparency for monitoring the wound, and drug-controlled release by the incorporation of nanoparticles. The incorporation of the nanocarriers aids the drug in permeating into different skin layers, solving the solubility problems of curcumin. The clinical application of this system would cover extensive areas of mixed first- and second-degree wounds, without the need for removal, thus decreasing the patient’s discomfort and the risk of altering the formation of the new epithelium.

In vitro evaluation of alpha-tocopherol loaded carboxymethylcellulose chitosan copolymers as wound dressing materials

2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (7) ◽  
pp. 386-393 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melike Bayindir Bilgic ◽  
Nelisa Turkoglu Lacin ◽  
Hale Berber ◽  
Banu Mansuroglu
Keyword(s):  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Alpha Tocopherol ◽  
In Vitro Evaluation ◽  
Dressing Materials ◽  
Wound Dressing Materials

Antibacterial Strategies for Wound Dressing: Preventing Infection and Stimulating Healing

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (8) ◽  
pp. 936-951 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhengwen Li ◽  
Menno Knetsch
Keyword(s):  
Wound Infection ◽  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Antibacterial Agents ◽  
Controlled Drug Release ◽  
Research Direction ◽  
Infection Process ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
Wound Management ◽  
Global Issue ◽  
Insight Into

Wound management is an important and increasing global issue. Infection of a wound can cause a delay in wound healing and pain, but also more serious complications like tissue necrosis or even sepsis, which can lead to loss of tissue, limbs or life. Antibacterial agents have been introduced into wound infection care. In this review, we provide an insight into the current antibacterial strategies of wound dressings, including wound infection process, antibacterial agents, and controlled drug release systems. We also emphasize the development of intelligent wound dressing and introduce a promising research direction.

scholarly journals Electrospun Gelatin Fibers Surface Loaded ZnO Particles as a Potential Biodegradable Antibacterial Wound Dressing

Nanomaterials ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 525 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yu Chen ◽  
Weipeng Lu ◽  
Yanchuan Guo ◽  
Yi Zhu ◽  
Yeping Song
Keyword(s):  
Antibacterial Activity ◽  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
X Ray ◽  
E Coli ◽  
Particle Size Analyzer ◽  
Zno Particles ◽  
Electrospun Gelatin ◽  
Dressing Materials ◽  
Application Prospects

Traditional wound dressings require frequent replacement, are prone to bacterial growth and cause a lot of environmental pollution. Therefore, biodegradable and antibacterial dressings are eagerly desired. In this paper, gelatin/ZnO fibers were first prepared by side-by-side electrospinning for potential wound dressing materials. The morphology, composition, cytotoxicity and antibacterial activity were characterized by using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray diffractometry (XRD), particle size analyzer (DLS), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), thermogravimetry (TGA) and Incucyte™ Zoom system. The results show that ZnO particles are uniformly dispersed on the surface of gelatin fibers and have no cytotoxicity. In addition, the gelatin/ZnO fibers exhibit excellent antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli) with a significant reduction of bacteria to more than 90%. Therefore, such a biodegradable, nontoxic and antibacterial fiber has excellent application prospects in wound dressing.

In vitro evaluation of biocompatibility of different wound dressing materials

1995 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 201-205 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. C. Berscht ◽  
B. Nies ◽  
A. Liebend�rfer ◽  
J. Kreuter
Keyword(s):  
Wound Dressing ◽  
In Vitro Evaluation ◽  
Dressing Materials ◽  
Wound Dressing Materials

Preclinical assessment of chitosan–polyvinyl alcohol–graphene oxide nanocomposite scaffolds as a wound dressing

2021 ◽  
pp. 096739112110292
Author(s):  
Arash Montazeri ◽  
Fariba Saeedi ◽  
Yaser Bahari ◽  
Ahmad Ahmadi Daryakenari
Keyword(s):  
Graphene Oxide ◽  
Polyvinyl Alcohol ◽  
Wound Dressing ◽  
Biological Properties ◽  
Mouse Fibroblast ◽  
Wound Dressings ◽  
In Vivo Studies ◽  
Nanocomposite Scaffolds

The present research aimed to examine the biological properties of chitosan (CS)–polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) scaffolds reinforced with graphene oxide (GO) nanosheets, as wound dressings. The scaffolds were characterized by various techniques. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and thermogravimetry analyses (TGAs) were used to investigate distribution of the GO within the polymer. The viscoelastic properties were evaluated by dynamic mechanical thermal analysis (DMTA) to examine the quality of a wound dressing. In vitro and in vivo studies were conducted to assess the biocompatibility of the scaffolds as wound dressing. The cell viability and proliferation results indicated that mouse fibroblast cells (L929) could adhere on the 50CS–50PVA/3 wt% GO scaffold. Herewith, the fabricated CS–PVA–GO nanocomposite scaffolds are suggested as promising biomaterials for skin tissue engineering and wound dressing.

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