Issue 40, 2024

Recent advances in sodium alginate-based dressings for targeted drug delivery in the context of diabetic wound healing

Abstract

Diabetic wounds pose a significant challenge in healthcare due to impaired healing and increased risk of complications. In recent years, various drug delivery systems with stimuli-responsive features have been developed to address these issues. These systems enable precise dosage control and tailored drug release, promoting comprehensive tissue repair and regeneration. This review explores targeted therapeutic agents, such as carboxymethyl chitosan–alginate hydrogel formulations, nanofiber mats, and core–shell nanostructures, for diabetic wound healing. Additionally, the integration of nanotechnology and multifunctional biomimetic scaffolds shows promise in enhancing wound healing outcomes. Future research should focus on optimizing the design, materials, and printing parameters of 3D-bio-printed wound dressings, as well as exploring combined strategies involving the simultaneous release of antibiotics and nitric oxide for improved wound healing.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in sodium alginate-based dressings for targeted drug delivery in the context of diabetic wound healing

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Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
14 May 2024
Accepted
23 Aug 2024
First published
27 Aug 2024

J. Mater. Chem. B, 2024,12, 10163-10197

Recent advances in sodium alginate-based dressings for targeted drug delivery in the context of diabetic wound healing

M. E. Astaneh, A. Hashemzadeh and N. Fereydouni, J. Mater. Chem. B, 2024, 12, 10163 DOI: 10.1039/D4TB01049C

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