Hernia Mesh and Hernia Repair: A Review
2020
Hernia repair for primary and incisional hernia is the most commonly performed abdominal surgery done with extremely high costs. Treatment for hernia requires surgery to close the defect; however, there...
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Orthopedic implants and devices for bone fractures and defects: Past, present and perspective
2020
Bone is a unique tissue that is capable of repairing itself after damage. However, there are certain instances of fractures and defects that require clinical intervention for proper alignment and healing....
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Applications of PLA in modern medicine
2020
Polylactic acid (PLA) is a versatile biopolymer. PLA is synthesized with ease from abundant renewable resources and is biodegradable. PLA has shown promise as a biomaterial in a plethora of healthcare...
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Hyaluronic acid and its biomedical applications: A review
2020
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring biopolymer possessing numerous functions within the body including wound repair, cell migration, and cell signaling. Due to its versatility, hyaluronic acid...
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An Overview on Materials and Techniques in 3D Bioprinting Toward Biomedical Application
2021
•Synthetic polymers and bioinks are introduced with the application of 3D bioprinting in medical.•Common applicable biomaterials and 3D bioprinting techniques are classified.•Strengths and limitations...
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Engineered artificial skins: Current construction strategies and applications
December 2023
•Give a detailed introduction of the cellular components, scaffold materials and bio-fabrication techniques involved in the construction of artificial skin.•Highlight the application for chronic wound...
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Biomedical applications of gelatin methacryloyl hydrogels
2021
•GelMA hydrogels are introduced with their excellent biocompatibility, biodegradability, and moldability.•The biomedical applications of GelMA in various fields are introduced and discussed.•A critical...
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Wound dressing products: A translational investigation from the bench to the market
June 2022
•Designing advanced cost-effective wound dressings is an urgent need worldwide.•Promising in vitro and in vivo results are not often confirmed by Clinical Trials.•The use of personalized treatments...
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PETG: Applications in Modern Medicine
March 2024
•PETG is a miscible, transparent thermoplastic with strong tensile properties, high ductility, and favorable resistance to heat and chemical insults.•PETG is an inexpensive and versatile biomaterial.•3D...
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Applications of silk-based biomaterials in biomedicine and biotechnology
March 2024
•Here, we reported the various unique properties of silk and commercially available silk-based biomaterials.•This review focused on highlighting various biomedical applications of silk-based biomaterials...
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3D Bioprinting with Live Cells
September 2022
•3D bioprinting is a means of producing artificial organ replacements.•3D bioprinting is a power tool for precision medicine for customized need.•Summary of live-cell printing methodologies, applications,...
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Development of fish collagen in tissue regeneration and drug delivery
September 2022
•Marine-based collagen as a resealable replacement for mammal-based collagen.•Potential advantages of MC thanks to its amenable chemical properties.•Methods for preparation of collagen from different...
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Supplemental mineral ions for bone regeneration and osteoporosis treatment
June 2023
•Summary on all the potentially beneficial nutrition elements for bone regeneration.•Daily supplementation suggestions and dose guidance of these nutrition elements.•In vitro and in vivo models and...
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The role of Piezo1 and Piezo2 proteins in tissue engineering: A Comprehensive review
June 2024
•Piezo1 and Piezo2 are the two novel mechanosensitive ion channels found in humans.•Piezo's are a sizeable trimeric protein with a three-bladed, propeller-like structure.•Two models- ‘Force from filament’...
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Emerging microfluidic technologies for sperm sorting
June 2023
•A broad range of researches about sperm sorting with microfluidics were reviewed, and were classified into three types according to the sorting principle.•The properties of sperm and female reproductive...
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Improved skin regeneration with acellular fish skin grafts
2020
Fish skin graft, a novel skin substitute, has seen a widespread clinical application since the approval for wound coverage by the FDA. Due to its properties in promoting wound healing and its efficient...
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Electrospun chitosan nanofibers for wound healing application
2021
•The fabrication of electrospun chitosan nanofibers with random and aligned fibrous structure were introduced.•The as-crosslinked electrospun chitosan nanofibers possess enhanced wet stability, improved...
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Decellularized extracellular matrix: A promising strategy for skin repair and regeneration
December 2023
•The commonly utilized decellularization methods and the evaluation methods for cellular residues and bioactive molecules of dECM were introduced.•dECM derived from different sources, including humans,...
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Pulsed electromagnetic field stimulation enhances neurite outgrowth in neural cells and modulates inflammation in macrophages
March 2024
•We applied pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) stimulation on nerve cells.•We screened different parameters and found the optimal ones to improve neurite outgrowth.•The same parameters had anti-inflammatory...
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Development of smart wearable sensors for life healthcare
2021
•Critical perspectives are put forward regarding wearable sensors in the future digital health monitoring industry.•The materials and processing technologies involved have also been discussed in recent...
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Microalgae-based drug delivery systems in biomedical applications
September 2024
•Applications of microalgae biomass as drug carrier.•Microalgae drug delivery systems based on simple preparation and surface modifying.•Applications of photosynthesis in microalgae as an oxygenator.•Applications...
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Application of TPMS structure in bone regeneration
2021
•Methods and materials for manufacturing TPMS scaffolds are introduced.•Properties (such as pore structure, permeability, mechanical property, and curvature) that affect the overall structure and bone...
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Advancing engineered approaches for sustainable wound regeneration and repair: Harnessing the potential of green synthesized silver nanoparticles
September 2024
•Green synthesized silver nanoparticles have shown promising results in wound healing, promoting faster healing and reducing infection risk.•These environmentally friendly nanoparticles offer a sustainable...
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Advances in nano silver-based biomaterials and their biomedical applications
September 2024
•We report the various physical, chemical and biological methods for AgNP synthesis.•Antimicrobial effect of AgNPs allows effective use in wound healing and dentistry.•Unique optical properties of AgNPs...
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Biomaterials for Adhesion in Orthopedic Applications: A Review
2020
Adhesive biomaterials, historically, have had a wide range of applications in all medical fields. With the extensive variety of biomaterials with adhesion properties, the field of orthopedics benefits...
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