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Benefits of using a hydrogel dressing to deliver cellular therapies. (A) Open wounds are at risk for desiccation (loss of moisture) and bacterial infection, as well either underhealing or overhealing. (B) To address these major risk factors, hydrogel dressings provide coverage and moisture, as well as a beneficial ECM environment for cells to grow in. (C) Once the hydrogel has been seeded with cells, it can be laid on the wound to promote healing and regeneration.
