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By exploiting a recently described nanoparticle based drug delivery system, Blueberry Therapeutics is developing a new treatment for patients with diabetic foot ulceration. This new concept allows a range of beneficial medicines to be incorporated into a hydrogel wound dressing. The new enhanced hydrogel dressings enable more effective infection control and promote wound healing in patients with diabetic foot ulcers.
| Project | Smart dressings for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers |
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| Description |
By exploiting a recently described nanoparticle based drug delivery system, Blueberry Therapeutics is developing a new treatment for patients with diabetic foot ulceration. This new concept allows a range of beneficial medicines to be incorporated into a hydrogel wound dressing. The new enhanced hydrogel dressings enable more effective infection control and promote wound healing in patients with diabetic foot ulcers. |
| Funding | £ 82,703 |
| Competition | Competition 8 - Improving the Care of the Diabetic Foot Ulcer: Better prevention, diagnosis, treatment |
| Competition Date | October 2014 |
| Categories | Infection , Inflammatory & immune system , Diabetes |
| Health Innovation Network Partner | Health Innovation Manchester |
| Website | http://www.blueberrytherapeutics.com/ |