Leprosy-associated chronic wound management using biomaterials

Conclusions: This study exemplifies that biomaterial-based treatment of leprosy-wounds offers an excellent affordable alternative for wound management. This study underlines the importance of involving both local wound environment and systemic effects for healing. In addition, we highlight wound healing as a necessity for successful rehabilitation and reintegration of leprosy-cured person into the society.

Source: Journal of Global Infectious Diseases - May 23, 2018 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Srinivasan Sivasubramanian Sambasivam Mohana Paulraj Maheswari Victor Victoria Ramar Thangam Jayashri Mahalingam Gayathri Chandrasekar-Janebjer Vincent Savariar Balaraman Madhan Palani Gunasekaran Satish S Kitambi Source Type: research