Using cell-free therapy to improve wound healing
Cell-free regenerative approach in wound healing
This study is looking at a new way to help heal stubborn wounds by using tiny particles from fat cells, which might help your body repair itself better, especially if you have slow-healing wounds from things like diabetes or aging.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | James a. Haley VA Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tampa, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10910993 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a novel approach to enhance wound healing by utilizing exosomes derived from human adipose stem cells. These exosomes are believed to promote tissue repair and regeneration, particularly in patients with chronic wounds that heal slowly due to factors like aging, diabetes, or infections such as COVID-19. The study aims to understand how these cell-free therapies can stimulate the body's natural healing processes and improve outcomes for patients with recalcitrant wounds. By focusing on the biochemical mechanisms involved, the research seeks to develop effective treatments that can significantly reduce healing times and improve the quality of life for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults over 21 years old who are experiencing chronic wounds, particularly those exacerbated by conditions like diabetes or COVID-19.
Not a fit: Patients with acute wounds or those who do not have underlying conditions affecting wound healing may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for chronic wounds, reducing healing times and improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results using cell-free therapies for wound healing, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Tampa, United States
- James a. Haley VA Medical Center — Tampa, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Patel, Niketa a. — James a. Haley VA Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Patel, Niketa a.
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.