Alginate is a biopolymer used in a variety of biomedical applications due to its favourable
properties, such as biocompatibility and non-toxicity. It has been particularly attractive in …

Background Venous leg ulcers are open skin wounds on the lower leg which can be slow to
heal, and are both painful and costly. The point prevalence of open venous leg ulcers in the …

Background Although various solutions have been recommended for cleansing wounds,
normal saline is favoured as it is an isotonic solution and is not thought to interfere with the …

Nanotechnology has emerged as a prominent scientific discipline in the technological
revolution of this millennium. The scientific community has focused on the green synthesis of …

Patient and public involvement (PPI) in UK National Health Service (NHS) research has
become an imperative in policy and practice. However, lack of clarity on what PPI is (or …

Background Complex wounds impose a substantial health economic burden worldwide. As
wound care is managed across multiple settings by a range of healthcare professionals with …

Background Leg ulcers are open skin wounds on the lower leg that can last weeks, months
or even years. Most leg ulcers are the result of venous diseases. First‐line treatment options …

Bacterial cellulose (BC) is produced by several microorganisms as extracellular structures
and can be modified by various physicochemical and biological strategies to produce …

Background Pressure ulcers, also known as bedsores, decubitus ulcers and pressure
injuries, are localised areas of injury to the skin or the underlying tissue, or both. Dressings …

Background Pressure ulcers are a prevalent and global issue and support surfaces are
widely used for preventing ulceration. However, the diversity of available support surfaces …