Varnaitė-Žuravliova Sandra, Baltušnikaitė-Guzaitienė Julija
Department of Textile Technologies, Center for Physical Sciences and Technology, Demokratų Str. 53, LT-48485 Kaunas, Lithuania.
J Funct Biomater. 2024 Nov 16;15(11):348. doi: 10.3390/jfb15110348.
Regenerated cellulose fibers are a highly adaptable biomaterial with numerous medical applications owing to their inherent biocompatibility, biodegradability, and robust mechanical properties. In the domain of wound care, regenerated cellulose fibers facilitate a moist environment conducive to healing, minimize infection risk, and adapt to wound topographies, making it ideal for different types of dressings. In tissue engineering, cellulose scaffolds provide a matrix for cell attachment and proliferation, supporting the development of artificial skin, cartilage, and other tissues. Furthermore, regenerated cellulose fibers, used as absorbable sutures, degrade within the body, eliminating the need for removal and proving advantageous for internal suturing. The medical textile industry relies heavily on regenerated cellulose fibers because of their unique properties that make them suitable for various applications, including wound care, surgical garments, and diagnostic materials. Regenerated cellulose fibers are produced by dissolving cellulose from natural sources and reconstituting it into fiber form, which can be customized for specific medical uses. This paper will explore the various types, properties, and applications of regenerated cellulose fibers in medical contexts, alongside an examination of its manufacturing processes and technologies, as well as associated challenges.
再生纤维素纤维是一种适应性很强的生物材料，由于其固有的生物相容性、生物降解性和强大的机械性能，在众多医学领域都有应用。在伤口护理领域，再生纤维素纤维能营造有利于愈合的湿润环境，将感染风险降至最低，并能适应伤口的形状，使其成为不同类型敷料的理想选择。在组织工程中，纤维素支架为细胞附着和增殖提供了基质，支持人造皮肤、软骨及其他组织的发育。此外，用作可吸收缝线的再生纤维素纤维在体内会降解，无需拆线，这对于内部缝合很有利。医疗纺织行业严重依赖再生纤维素纤维，因为其独特的性能使其适用于各种应用，包括伤口护理、手术服和诊断材料。再生纤维素纤维是通过将天然来源的纤维素溶解并重新制成纤维形式而生产的，可针对特定医疗用途进行定制。本文将探讨再生纤维素纤维在医学领域的各种类型、性能和应用，同时考察其制造工艺和技术以及相关挑战。
