3D Bioprinted Skin Models for Diabetic Foot Ulcer Research and Treatment Development
Summary: This review examines how 3D bioprinted skin models are advancing diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) research. These sophisticated in vitro platforms better replicate the complex diabetic wound microenvironment, including impaired angiogenesis, chronic inflammation, and neuropathy, providing a valuable tool for testing new biomaterials, drugs, and personalized therapies.
Key Highlights:
- 3D bioprinting technology creates realistic diabetic skin models
- Recapitulates key pathophysiological features of DFUs
- Useful for preclinical screening of wound therapies
- Potential to reduce animal testing and accelerate innovation
Keywords: 3D bioprinted skin, diabetic foot ulcer model, 3D bioprinting wound