Curcumin delivery via dialdehyde carboxymethyl cellulose/CaCO3/GDL cross-linked alginate hydrogels for wound healing
Maryam Shafieiuon1, M H Enayati1, Maedeh Ghasemi2
1Department of Materials Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan 84156-83111, Iran.
Abstract:
The development of advanced wound dressings is crucial for enhancing wound healing. This study introduces a novel sodium alginate (SA) emulsion gel cross-linked through both hemiacetal and ionic interactions using dialdehyde carboxymethyl cellulose (DCMC) and CaCO3. The emulsion gel encapsulates curcumin (CU) in a tunable, interconnected porous network controlled by DCMC concentration. The biocompatible emulsion gel demonstrated excellent shape memory and flexibility, maintaining its structure during movement. In vivo results showed a significant acceleration in wound closure, with an 85.0 ± 5.12 % reduction by day 12, compared to 18.97 ± 5.43 % in the control group. Histopathological analysis revealed reduced inflammation, attributed to the emulsion gel's antioxidant and antibacterial properties. This innovative system with antioxidant and wound healing properties provides a promising approach to advanced wound care, addressing the limitations of traditional dressings and enhancing hydrogel performance in wound healing.
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