Chronic wounds, such as diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, pressure injuries, and other issues, have a higher mortality rate than many people realize. The treatment of wounds is also costly.
A group of researchers from the Keck School of Medicine of USC and the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) is working on a range of advanced technologies to transform wound care. This includes the development of smart bandages designed to automatically detect and respond to changes in a wound’s conditions.
Clinicians may potentially replace passive dressings with wireless technology that can detect inflammation, infections, or issues with blood flow in a patient’s wound. This technology can alert both patients and healthcare providers through Bluetooth while providing real-time treatment.
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