Microbial cellulose-the natural power to heal wounds

Authors:
Wojciech Czaja, Alina Krystynowicz, Stanislaw Bielecki, R Malcolm Brown Jr.

Abstract:
Microbial cellulose (MC) synthesized in abundance by Acetobacter xylinum shows vast potential as a novel wound healing system. The high mechanical strength and remarkable physical properties result from the unique nanostructure of the never-dried membrane. This article attempts to briefly summarize the recent developments and applications of MC in the emerging field of novel wound dressings and skin substitutes. It considers the properties of the synthesized material, its clinical performance, as well as progress in the commercialization of MC for wound care products. Efficient and inexpensive fermentation techniques, not presently available, will be necessary to produce large quantities of the polymer.

Keywords: microbial cellulose, acetobacter, wound healing, wound dressing



Country: Poland & USA

Citation: Biomaterials, 27(2), 145-151.

Study Mailing Address:
Section of Molecular Genetics and Microbiology,
University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX 78713, USA.

Date Updated: January 21, 2021