A new surgical drape that uses a special adhesive for better wound healing
Surgical drape with a releasable acrylic adhesive for atraumatic negative pressure wound therapy
['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] · GLOBAL BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC · NIH-10920025
This study is testing a new type of surgical drape that uses a special adhesive to help wounds heal better and more comfortably, especially for people with chronic wounds or burns, by making it easier and less painful to change dressings.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_2'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | GLOBAL BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NAPLES, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10920025 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a surgical drape that utilizes a releasable acrylic adhesive for negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT). NPWT is a treatment method that helps manage various types of wounds, including chronic wounds and burns, by applying sub-atmospheric pressure to promote healing. The innovative drape aims to provide strong adherence to the wound while minimizing pain and skin injuries during dressing changes, which are common with traditional adhesives. By addressing the challenges of current NPWT dressings, this research seeks to improve patient comfort and healing outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients with chronic wounds, acute open wounds, or those recovering from surgery who require negative pressure wound therapy.
Not a fit: Patients with wounds that do not require negative pressure therapy or those who are allergic to the materials used in the drape may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce pain and skin injuries for patients undergoing wound therapy, leading to faster healing.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving adhesive properties in wound dressings can enhance patient comfort and healing, indicating potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
NAPLES, UNITED STATES
- GLOBAL BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC — NAPLES, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ROSING, HOWARD — GLOBAL BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
- Study coordinator: ROSING, HOWARD
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.