Recent Progress and Morphological Distribution of Polydopamine-Based Biomaterials and Their Applications

Polydopamine (PDA) is a versatile bioinspired polymer with strong adhesiveness and biocompatibility, making it valuable for biomedical applications such as drug delivery, tissue engineering, wound healing, and cancer treatment. Recent advancements in PDA-based biomaterials focus on their morphology and synthesis techniques, highlighting their ability to form stable, functional coatings and composites. Despite challenges like structural stability and toxicity, PDA's potential in personalized medicine, including targeted drug delivery and tissue regeneration, is promising. The review underscores PDA's significant role in advancing biomedical technology and its future application potential.