Scientists have developed a revolutionary, electric suture that accelerates wound healing and reduces infection risk. This innovative, biodegradable thread generates electric fields in response to movement, harnessing the body’s energy.
Key Findings:
– Mechanoelectric suture combines electrical stimulation with traditional suturing
– Accelerates wound healing by 50%
– Reduces infection risk
– Composed of magnesium and biodegradable polymers
– Converts muscle movement into electricity
Researchers at Shanghai’s Donghua University, led by materials scientist Chengyi Hou, published their findings in Nature Communications. Experiments on rats showed:
– Wound area reduced by 58% in 24 hours (vs. 36% untreated)
– Faster recovery
– Lower infection risk
This groundbreaking technology could transform wound closure procedures, offering patients a faster, safer healing process.
What’s Next:
– Testing on larger animals
– Human trials pending
This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize wound care, providing hope for millions worldwide.
Vanguard.
