Spray-on skin
Spray-on skin is a medical treatment that involves the use of a device to spray a layer of skin cells onto a wound to promote healing. This technique is often used in the treatment of burns and other skin injuries. The process involves taking a small sample of the patient's own skin, which is then broken down into individual cells and sprayed onto the wound.
History[edit | edit source]
The concept of spray-on skin was first developed by Dr. Fiona Wood, a plastic surgeon from Australia, in the late 1990s. Dr. Wood's invention was inspired by the need for a faster and more effective treatment for burn victims. The traditional method of treating severe burns, skin grafting, involves the transplantation of skin from an uninjured area of the patient's body to the burn site. This process can be painful and time-consuming, and often results in scarring.
Procedure[edit | edit source]
The procedure for applying spray-on skin begins with the collection of a small sample of the patient's skin. This sample is then processed in a laboratory to separate the skin cells. The resulting cell solution is loaded into a device that sprays the cells onto the wound. The sprayed cells then multiply and grow, covering the wound and promoting healing.
Benefits[edit | edit source]
Spray-on skin has several benefits over traditional skin grafting. The procedure is less invasive and less painful, and it can be performed more quickly. Additionally, because the skin cells are taken from the patient's own body, there is no risk of rejection. Finally, spray-on skin often results in less scarring than skin grafting.
Limitations and Risks[edit | edit source]
While spray-on skin has many benefits, it also has some limitations and risks. The procedure is not suitable for all types of wounds, and it may not be effective in patients with certain medical conditions. Additionally, as with any medical procedure, there is a risk of infection.
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