Carrier-mediated Gene and Drug Delivery for Dermal Wound Healing

The healing of wounds following trauma, illness, or surgery is a complex process that can be disrupted by various pathologies. This book introduces the essential areas of skin anatomy and the wound healing process and how biomaterials and devices for dermal drug delivery can be utilized to promote healing. It is an ideal companion for postgraduates and researchers in biomedical engineering, biomaterials, drug development, and delivery, formulation science, and tissue engineering.

Format: Hardback
Length: 292 pages
Publication date: 11 August 2023
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry

Wound healing following trauma, illness, or surgery is a complex process that involves a delicate sequence of biochemical events that can be easily interrupted or failed, leading to non-healing chronic wounds, scarring, and other complications. Non-healing wounds are also commonly associated with diabetes, arterial disease, infection, and the metabolic deficiencies of aging. Therefore, treating dermal wounds can be challenging, and the ability to localize the effect of drugs and treatments to promote healing through protective materials is an attractive area of research.

This book provides an in-depth introduction to the essential areas of skin anatomy and the wound healing process, highlighting how various pathologies can disrupt this process. It then proceeds to outline how biomaterials and devices for dermal drug delivery, including controlled delivery via stimuli-responsive devices, can be utilized in effective wound management.

The book is designed as a comprehensive resource for postgraduates and researchers in biomedical engineering, biomaterials, drug development and delivery, formulation science, and tissue engineering. It offers a detailed understanding of the latest advancements in wound healing research, providing valuable insights into the development of new therapies and treatments for chronic wounds.

With its clear and concise writing style, this book is accessible to a wide range of readers, making it an ideal companion for those seeking to advance their knowledge in this field. Whether you are a healthcare professional, researcher, or student, this book will provide you with the necessary tools and knowledge to contribute to the ongoing efforts to improve wound management and promote patient outcomes.

Weight: 588g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839168727