Multifunctional injectable self-healing hydrogels based on quaternized chitosan-gallic acid and oxidized pectin for use in wound management

Key Points

• Self-healing properties significantly enhance wound management.
• Hydrogels showed effective biocompatibility and therapeutic potential in preclinical tests.
• Formulated using quaternized chitosan and oxidized pectin for optimal healing.
• May enable advanced treatments for chronic wounds and tissue repair.