Study on Tissue-Engineered Skin Published in the Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

A new research article has been accepted for publication in the Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, a peer-reviewed international journal indexed in the prestigious PubMed database of the US National Library of Medicine and the Web of Science.

The study, titled “Systematic Overview of Tissue-Engineered Skin Substitutes and Their Role in Modern Burn Care: A Clinical Algorithm”, presents a comprehensive analysis of tissue-engineered skin substitutes and their application in the treatment of burn injuries. The publication focuses on current approaches to the development and clinical use of bioengineered skin, as well as their integration into treatment protocols.

A key component of the research is the proposed clinical algorithm, designed to support decision-making in burn care. The algorithm systematizes the selection and application of different types of skin substitutes depending on factors such as burn depth, wound characteristics, and patient condition. The study also reviews existing materials and technologies, highlighting their advantages, limitations, and outcomes in clinical practice.

The article contributes to the ongoing development of regenerative medicine and burn treatment by consolidating available evidence and offering a structured framework for clinicians working with complex skin injuries.

The authors of the study are Martain Loonen (main author), Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Surgical Diseases at CAU University; Stan Monstrey, renowned Professor of Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery at Ghent University (Belgium) and Moshe Kon, renowned Professor of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Utrecht University (The Netherlands).