Scientists have developed a novel bandage that could help doctors monitor wound healing without needing to remove the dressing. The new “smart bandage” contains a sensor that measures wound moisture ...

How can doctors make sure a dressed wound is healing without taking off the bandage? This is a conundrum, because removing a bandage can disrupt the healing process. Technology presented in a new ...

How Does Vacuum-Assisted Closure Work? ‌Negative pressure wound therapy involves a special dressing connected to a pump that gently draws fluid and infection from the wound. A nurse will: Clean the ...

European researchers have developed an RFID-enabled smart bandage intended to wirelessly transmit data regarding the healing process of a wound, based on moisture levels, thereby reducing the need to ...

The presence of bandages made from gauze or cotton wool for the treatment of wounds is considered a standard supply for every home, hospital and first aid kit. Wound healing. Image Credit: Tong ...