New Way to Process a Super Healing Skin Patch

The human amniotic membrane, or HAM, is like a superhero for injured skin. It comes from the placenta and is packed with healing power. But before it can be used to help fix up wounds, it needs to be cleaned and dried properly.

A New Cleaning Method

Scientists have been working on a new way to do this. They used ozonated water to clean the membrane. This water is full of ozone, which is great at killing germs. After cleaning, they put the membrane under low pressure and shone light on it to dry it out. This method kept the membrane strong and ready for use.

Microscopic Inspection

The researchers checked the membrane under a microscope. They found that the cleaning process changed the top layer of the membrane, but the rest stayed the same. The drying process worked well too. It dried out the membrane without damaging it. This is important because a damaged membrane can't help heal wounds as well.

Potential Benefits

This new method could make it easier to store and transport the membrane. That means it could reach more people who need it. It's a big step forward in using this amazing natural material to help heal skin injuries.

Challenges Ahead

But there's more to think about. The membrane is delicate. The cleaning and drying process needs to be just right. Too much cleaning or drying could damage it. So, scientists need to keep working to find the perfect balance.