Herbal Polymer- Infused Hydrogel Dressings for Enhanced Wound Healing

This chapter explains the role and development of herbal- infused hydrogels in wound
healing. This discussion starts with wounds; the wound healing mechanism and fac-
tors affecting wound healing and then focuses on the development of wound dressing
from the ancient period. It also covers the evolution, and specialized characteristics.
Hydrogels are classified based on composition, cross-linking, and functions. This
chapter also explains the incorporation of herbal compounds into hydrogels. This
chapter shows hydrogel development over the years in wound healing, even though
it has challenges that will reduce by future innovation such as development of smart
hydrogels in wound management.