Advancements and Applications of Injectable Hydrogel Composites in Biomedical Research and Therapy

The document "Advancements and Applications of Injectable Hydrogel Composites in Biomedical Research and Therapy" discusses the increasing use and potential of injectable hydrogels in various medical fields. These hydrogels are praised for their controlled release, targeted delivery, and enhanced mechanical properties. They have been used in cardiac regeneration, joint diseases, postoperative analgesia, ocular disorder treatment, bone regeneration, wound management, cancer therapy, ischemic brain injury treatment, tissue regeneration, cardiovascular diseases, and personalized cancer immunotherapy. Hydrogels combined with stem cells, nanoparticles, or genetic material have shown potential in improving cardiac function and promoting tissue regeneration. In hair follicle tissue engineering, GelMA/chitosan-microcarriers loaded with platelet-rich plasma and dermal papilla cells have shown promising results in promoting hair follicle growth and hair regeneration. The document concludes that the ongoing advancements in hydrogel-based systems continue to drive innovation in the field of drug delivery, providing versatile platforms for controlled release, targeted delivery, and improved therapeutic outcomes in various biomedical applications.