Curcumin delivery via dialdehyde carboxymethyl cellulose/CaCO/GDL cross-linked alginate hydrogels for wound healing.

Int J Biol Macromol

Department of Food Science and Technology, School of Nutrition and Food Science, Nutrition and Food Security Research Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan 81746-73461, Iran. Electronic address:

Published: September 2025


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The development of advanced wound dressings is crucial for enhancing wound healing. This study introduces a novel sodium alginate (SA) emulsion gel cross-linked through both hemiacetal and ionic interactions using dialdehyde carboxymethyl cellulose (DCMC) and CaCO. The emulsion gel encapsulates curcumin (CU) in a tunable, interconnected porous network controlled by DCMC concentration. The biocompatible emulsion gel demonstrated excellent shape memory and flexibility, maintaining its structure during movement. In vivo results showed a significant acceleration in wound closure, with an 85.0 ± 5.12 % reduction by day 12, compared to 18.97 ± 5.43 % in the control group. Histopathological analysis revealed reduced inflammation, attributed to the emulsion gel's antioxidant and antibacterial properties. This innovative system with antioxidant and wound healing properties provides a promising approach to advanced wound care, addressing the limitations of traditional dressings and enhancing hydrogel performance in wound healing.

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