Drug delivery systems for wound healing treatment of upper airway injury.
Denzel Ryan D CruzAvery ZhengTilahun Ayane DebelePeter J LarsonGregory R DionYoonjee C ParkPublished in: Expert opinion on drug delivery (2024)
Complex laryngotracheal diseases pose challenges for effective treatment, struggling due to the intricate anatomy, limited access, and recurrence. Symptomatic management often requires invasive surgical procedures or medications that are unable to achieve lasting effects. Recent advances in nanotechnology and biocompatible materials provide potential solutions, enabling precise drug delivery, personalization, and extended treatment efficacy. Combining these technologies could lead to groundbreaking treatments for upper airways diseases, significantly improving patients' quality of life. Research and innovation in this field are crucial for further advancements.