Bacterial nanocellulose is an emergent biocompatible
natural polymer with increasing applicability in the healthcare
sector. A potential innovative application can be found in the
design of surgical meshes for the treatment of abdominal hernias.
Researchers from ICMAB-CSIC and B. Braun Surgical, a leading
manufacturer of medical devices for wound closure, have
collaborated to develop a bio-based surgical mesh with this
biomaterial. First results from an in vivo animal study yield
promising outcomes.
