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Estrogen Is Responsible for Slow Wound Healing in Women, Study Finds
April 2, 2012 — Estrogen causes wounds in women to heal slower than in men -- who have lower levels of estrogen -- says a new study. Researchers provide the first evidence that mild injury response in the eye is ... > full story -
Tiny Electrical Sensors Could Signal Faster MRSA Diagnosis
March 29, 2012 — A simple test to identify MRSA in wounds could identify the superbug quickly and help prevent infection from spreading. Scientists have developed the test to show whether wounds or lesions are ... > full story -
Nano Rescues Skin: Shrimp Shell Nanotech for Wound Healing and Anti-Aging Face Cream
March 16, 2012 — Nanoparticles containing chitosan have been shown to have effective antimicrobial activity against Staphylococcus saprophyticus and Escherichia coli. The materials could be used as a protective ... > full story -
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Keep Smiling: Collagen Matrix Promotes Gum Healing Around Exposed Roots
March 5, 2012 — Receding gums often result in tooth sensitivity and can lead to decay of the root and persistent inflammation of the gum. New research demonstrates that a novel method using bovine collagen is able ... > full story -
Novel Bioactive Peptides Promote Wound Healing in Vivo
February 24, 2012 — Researchers have combined bioactive peptides to stimulate wound healing. The peptides act by stimulating the growth of new blood vessels and promoting re-growth of tissue. Further development of ... > full story -
Step Forward in Effort to Regenerate Damaged Nerves
February 21, 2012 — Scientists have taken a step forward toward the goal of repairing nerves in such patients more effectively. In a new study, researchers report that a surprising set of cells may hold potential for ... > full story -
Rainforest Plant Combats Multi-Resistant Bacterial Strains
February 20, 2012 — Aggressive infections in hospitals are an increasing health problem worldwide. The development of bacterial resistance is alarming. Now a young Danish scientist has found a natural substance in a ... > full story -
Honey Could Be Effective at Treating and Preventing Wound Infections
January 31, 2012 — Manuka honey could help clear chronic wound infections and even prevent them from developing in the first place, according to a new study. The findings provide further evidence for the clinical use ... > full story -
Local Anesthetic Stops Pain at the Source After Hip Replacement Surgery
January 31, 2012 — In patients undergoing hip replacement surgery, using a special wound catheter to infuse local anesthetic directly into the hip joint provides significant and lasting improvements in postoperative ... > full story -
Surgeons Having More Success Reattaching Fingers and Thumbs
January 23, 2012 — Each year, thousands of Americans lose fingers and/or thumbs in accidents. Many are do-it-yourselfers. Hand surgeons are having better results reattaching digits, due to better techniques, surgical ... > full story
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