“Smart Bandage” Keeps an Eye on Wounds

The dressing is powered by nanotechnology

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Wounds are an ideal environment for microorganisms to thrive. Their presence can easily overwhelm immune defenses at the site of the breach, resulting in infections characterized by tell-tale signs such as pain, swelling, redness, and pus. The saying “time heals all wounds” goes for most healthy individuals. But for those with underlying conditions such…