ADVANCED POLYMERIC MATERIALS FOR BURN WOUND HEALING: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW

Abstract

Burn wounds shows complex healing challenge due to infection hazard, fluid loss, inflammation, and late tissue rejuvenation. Progressive wound dressings produced by polymeric biomaterials have arisen as effective solutions since they can preserve a moist environment, offer antimicrobial shield, support cell growth, and supply therapeutic agents in a precise manner. Both natural and synthetic polymers are extensively used to produce burn wound dressings, mostly in the form of nanofibers-based dressings produced by multiple techniques such as electrospinning. Natural polymers offer outstanding biocompatibility and bioactivity; however synthetic polymers deliver mechanical strength and controlled degradation. Polymer composite systems merge these benefits to produce ideal burn healing dressing. This review highlights main polymers used in burn wound healing, their physiochemical and biological properties, and their roles in enhancing tissue redevelopment and infection prevention.