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Schematic image of the human skin barrier function and protection with wound-based dressing material against wound infection bacteria. An ideal dressing should be biocompatible and biodegradable, maintain the moisture, be permeable to oxygen, enable the exudate removal, prevent the wound from pathogens and mechanical irritation, improve cell behaviors, and promote wound healing. Image created with Biorender.com.
