Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10603291 | Carbohydrate Polymers | 2013 | 10 Pages |
Abstract
- Hydrogel films composed of alginate and Aloe vera gel were developed for wound healing applications.
- Films with different formulations can be prepared for the different phases of the wound healing process.
- Aloe vera gel significantly improves the water absorption and the in vitro degradation properties of alginate hydrogel films.
- The properties of the hydrogel films can be tailored by changing the Aloe vera content.
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Authors
Rúben F. Pereira, Anabela Carvalho, M.H. Gil, Ausenda Mendes, Paulo J. Bártolo,