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Topical delivery of phages via delivery systems such as liposomes (middle) compared to free-phage administration (left) allows deeper penetration of particles into the site of infection. Encapsulation of phages in hydrogels or fibers also allows long-term release of active phage particles as they are embedded in a protective matrix (right).
