Evolving Chronic Wounds by

Wound Healing at it's Best

jbowman15_1 — 2025-09-26 21:52:20 UTC

Wound healing can be simple or very complicated in some cases. Co-morbidities such as diabetes and peripheral vascular disease can cause catastrophic changes to the most simplest of wounds.

Wearable devices offer new innovations with wound healing. "We present in this work a multiplexed cutaneous wound monitor, implemented using a triangulated approach involving a combination of high-resistive silicon (HR-Si)-based conductometric biosensors, a potentiometric pH sensor, and a temperature sensor in monitoring the process of wound healing" (Gangarth, et al., 2025). The device works by continuously monitoring "levels of CRP and IL-6 inflammation biomarkers, pH levels, and temperature values at the localized site of the wound bed" Gangarth, et al., 2025. This information is sent via bluetooth to the patient's provider.

More Information

jbowman15_1 — 2025-09-26 22:00:05 UTC

How it works

jbowman15_1 — 2025-09-26 22:01:41 UTC

Pros

jbowman15_1 — 2025-09-26 22:07:39 UTC

This device can be a game changer when monitoring wounds. It can give real time information to providers about their patients without the patient leaving their own home. It can aid in preventing wound infections and possibly sepsis. Early detection of wound complications can save lives and time. It could also prevent repeat surgeries for wound debridement by catching infections early.

Cons

jbowman15_1 — 2025-09-28 21:24:06 UTC

If the device is placed on top of a wound dressing, there is a chance that it can be lost or out of place. This could cause an inability for the device to obtain accurate information. As with any technology the device can also malfunction with errors and become more of a burden of a patient that has to seek help.

Opinion and Rationale

jbowman15_1 — 2025-09-28 23:00:51 UTC

The patient population who suffers from recurrent wound infections is large. Some patients provide poor wound care on their own in their home environments. It is difficult for patients to be vigilant and report changes to wounds in a timely manner. A wearable device is ideal.

Strengths

jbowman15_1 — 2025-09-28 23:21:19 UTC

I am an analytical person who likes to dig deep with new ideas and really ask the right questions to gather all of the information. This will help gather key facts when developing the device.

I am a also a good communicator that will ensure everyone on the team is always informed and updated on progress.

My ability to focus will help finish the project in a timely manner by always staying on task.

I am also talented in being responsible and holding myself accountable.

My empathy and talent to build relationships will be key when working directly with patients and involving them in the development process.

Team

jbowman15_1 — 2025-09-28 23:37:50 UTC

Andrew: He will ensure that all of the ideas become reality. He is key to ensuring that the thoughts and desires of the team are put into action.

Abraham: He will provide organization and help to keep everyone on task as well as ensuring that all tasks are completed in a timely manager.

Carter: She will be our presenter for investors and the public.

David: He will be deliberate and ensure that big decisions are made. He will aid in identifying potential risks and determine how to avoid them.

Rachel: She will be key in providing foresight about potential problems. She will be essential in problem solving throughout the development process.

References

jbowman15_1 — 2025-09-29 00:10:46 UTC