Open AccessSelf‐Adhesive Silicone Microstructures for the Treatment of Tympanic Membrane Perforations
Author(s) -
Moreira Lana Gabriela,
Sorg Katharina,
Wenzel Gentiana Ioana,
Hecker Dietmar,
Hensel René,
Schick Bernhard,
Kruttwig Klaus,
Arzt Eduard
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
advanced nanobiomed research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2699-9307
DOI - 10.1002/anbr.202170101
Subject(s) - adhesive , silicone , eardrum , membrane , microstructure , materials science , composite material , medicine , chemistry , radiology , biochemistry , layer (electronics)
Bioinspired Adhesives Novel material architectures for accelerated healing ‐ silicone microstructures are proposed as bioinspired non‐chemical adhesive for repairing tympanic membranes. The novel patch adapts and adheres to the injured eardrum and supports scarless healing. Handling by the surgeon is improved and allows for a new paradigm in out‐patient treatment. More details can be found in article number 2100057 by Eduard Arzt and co‐workers.