Characterization of Gelatin/O-Carboxymethyl Chitosan Hydrogels in Ovule Form with Curcumin and Retinyl Palmitate for Cervical Cancer Treatment

    July 2026 in “ Gels ”
    Melanie F. Ortega-Aguirre, Imelda Olivas-Armendáriz, Juan C. Silva-Espinoza … Laura Elizabeth Valencia-Gómez
    Studysummary In this study, researchers developed a mucoadhesive hydrogel ovule containing retinyl palmitate and curcumin for intravaginal use, showing controlled drug release, selectivity against cancerous HeLa cells, and non-toxicity to healthy cells, which may offer a potential treatment for cervical cancer.
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