Potential of Chitosan/Gelatin-Based Nanofibers in Delivering Drugs for the Management of Varied Complications: A Review
Polymers,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
17(4), P. 435 - 435
Published: Feb. 7, 2025
Drug
delivery
systems
have
revolutionized
traditional
drug
administration
methods
by
addressing
various
challenges,
such
as
enhancing
solubility,
prolonging
effectiveness,
minimizing
adverse
effects,
and
preserving
potency.
Nanotechnology-based
systems,
particularly
nanoparticles
(NPs)
nanofibers
(NFs),
emerged
promising
solutions
for
biomedicine
delivery.
NFs,
with
their
ability
to
mimic
the
porous
fibrous
structures
of
biological
tissues,
garnered
significant
interest
in
drug-delivering
applications.
Biopolymers
gelatin
(Ge)
chitosan
(CH)
gained
much
more
attention
due
biocompatibility,
biodegradability,
versatility
biomedical
CH
exhibits
exceptional
anti-bacterial
activity,
wound
healing
capabilities,
whereas
Ge
provides
good
biocompatibility
cell
adhesion
properties.
Ge/CH-based
NFs
stimulate
cellular
connections
facilitate
tissue
regeneration
owing
structural
resemblance
extracellular
matrix.
This
review
explores
additive
preparation,
including
electrospinning,
force
pinning,
template
synthesis,
focusing
on
electrospinning
factors
influencing
fiber
structure.
The
properties
CH,
role
release,
formulation
strategies,
characterization
techniques
electrospun
fibers
are
discussed.
Furthermore,
this
addresses
applications
delivering
active
moieties
management
orthopedics
regulatory
considerations,
along
challenges
related
them.
Thus,
aims
provide
a
comprehensive
overview
potential
Language: Английский
Fabrication of Chitosan/PEO/Rosmarinic acid based nanofibrous mat for diabetic burn wound healing and its anti-bacterial efficacy in mice
Farhin Khan,
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Bidya Mondal,
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Baishakhi Bairagi
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et al.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 140416 - 140416
Published: Jan. 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Fabrication and in Vivo Evaluation of Hybrid Squalene-Loaded Nanofiber Scaffolds Based on Poly(ε-Caprolactone)/Polyvinyl Alcohol/Chitosan for Wound Healing Applications
Fariba Noori,
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Azam Bozorgi,
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Ahmad Reza Farmani
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et al.
Journal of Polymers and the Environment,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 6, 2025
Language: Английский
Tri-layer gradient fibre-aligned electrospun composite: Accelerating skin wound healing
Materials Today Communications,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
45, P. 112320 - 112320
Published: April 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Safety and feasibility of electrospinning technology for pediatric burns: Insights from a retrospective cohort study
Burns,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 107509 - 107509
Published: April 1, 2025
Language: Английский
Nanofiber Application in Wound Healing
Fatimah Ahmedy,
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Nur Syazana Aqila Mhd Sazuli,
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Lubna Abdul Kadir
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et al.
IGI Global eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 289 - 326
Published: April 11, 2025
Nanofiber
technology
presents
significant
potential
across
various
medical
applications,
with
particular
emphasis
on
its
role
in
wound
healing.
This
chapter
examines
the
ability
of
nanofibers
to
mimic
extracellular
matrix,
facilitating
critical
processes
such
as
cell
adhesion,
migration,
nutrient
and
oxygen
delivery,
inflammation
modulation,
controlled
release
bioactive
molecules.
These
properties
position
optimal
candidates
for
advanced
dressings,
biodegradable
scaffolds,
cell-seeded
constructs.
Empirical
studies
substantiate
their
efficacy
mitigating
inflammation,
preventing
infections,
minimizing
scar
formation.
However,
challenges
persist,
including
issues
related
scalability,
cost-effectiveness,
mechanical
stability,
biocompatibility,
regulatory
approval.
concludes
by
addressing
these
outlining
research
gaps
that
must
be
bridged
fully
harness
nanofiber
technology,
particularly
long-term
safety,
mechanistic
insights,
adaptation
low-resource
settings.
Language: Английский
Role of Biomaterials in Promoting Wound Healing
IGI Global eBooks,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 367 - 412
Published: April 25, 2025
Because
biomaterials
can
improve
tissue
repair
and
regeneration,
their
use
in
wound
healing
has
drawn
much
attention.
Biomaterials
facilitate
cellular
connections,
create
favorable
microenvironments,
offer
mechanical
support,
making
them
vital
for
promoting
healing.
These
materials
fall
into
three
categories:
natural,
synthetic,
hybrid.
Natural
polymers
such
as
collagen,
alginate,
chitosan
mimic
the
extracellular
matrix
biocompatibility,
while
synthetic
like
PLGA
provide
adjustable
qualities
strength
degradation
rates.
Advanced
hydrogels,
nanoparticles,
electrospun
fibers
enhance
moisture
retention,
control
drug
release,
reduce
infection.
They
release
bioactive
chemicals
growth
factors
antimicrobial
peptides,
preventing
chronic
wounds.
This
chapter
examines
various
used
healing,
therapeutic
uses,
modes
of
action,
well
future
developments
challenges
design,
scalability.
Language: Английский