Scientists develop ‘biological bandages’ from tannery fleshings
Scientists working in
Labaratories with the Kanpur-based Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI) say they have developed the technology to turn the fleshings into so-called ‘biological bandages’, for the treatment of second and third degree burns. Having already successfully trialled the fleshings for the treatment and healing of cornea and other eye injuries, the scientists says bandages heal burns much faster than their conventional counterparts.
In a statement, P N Sehgal, head of CLRI's bio-product laboratory described the bandages as acting as temporary skin on burnt skin, thereby helping to prevent infection. But he said success rates in the treatment of infected wounds were also high. The bandages can be preserved by freezing for up to three months.
CLRI is now talking with a number of pharameceutical companies with a view to the commercialisation of the concept.
