Biocompatible encapsulation and component stress relief for sensor-activated negative pressure wound therapy dressings
DE602018087063T2Active Publication Date: 2025-11-05SMITH & NEPHEW PLC
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Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE602018087063
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2018-03-21
- Filing Date
- 2018-07-23
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-05
- Estimated Expiration
- 2038-07-23
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing medical treatments lack real-time sensor data collection for tissue monitoring, particularly in wound care, orthopedic treatments, and internal tissue repair, relying on visual inspection which may overlook underlying tissue damage.
Method used
Development of sensor-enabled wound dressings with biocompatible coatings and encapsulation to integrate electronic components for continuous monitoring, using hydrophobic and hydrophilic materials to ensure flexibility and adherence to tissue.
Benefits of technology
Enables real-time data collection and improved tissue monitoring, enhancing treatment efficacy by providing quantitative data for wound healing and musculoskeletal function, and supporting various therapy regimes.
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