Gel Patch to Improve Wound Healing and Reduce Scarring

A gel patch that could accelerate wound healing and minimize scar formation has been developed by scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. The healing patch can benefit patients with diabetes, who suffer from hard-to-heal skin lesions and for patients undergoing surgery.

Skin patch helps heal wounds faster and reduce scarring
- Angiopoietin-like 4 (ANGPTL4) is a protein that improves wound healing
- The gel patch containing ANGPTL4 aids in skin repair and prevents scars

Gel Patch Improves Wound Healing and Reduces Scarring

A gel patch has been developed to speed up the healing of wounds and reduce scarring. This patch can benefit patients following surgery to reduce scar formation. Read More

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