Abstract: The invention relates to a functional wound dressing being able to detect and indicate the state of the wound, in particular with regard to infections for example caused by toxins produced by bacteria such Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The present wound dressing can be used in moist wound healing and contains a substance being able to absorb wound exudate from the wound and to provide moisture to the wound.

Abstract: The invention relates to a functional wound dressing being able to detect and indicate the state of the wound, in particular with regard to an infection which is reported to be frequently associated with poorly healing wounds, such as chronic wounds. The present wound dressing can be used in moist wound healing and contains a substance being able to absorb wound exudate from the wound and to provide moisture to the wound.

Abstract: The invention relates to a functional wound dressing being able to provide substances supporting the healing of a wound to the wound depending on the condition of the wound. In particular, in case of an infection which is reported to be frequently associated with poorly healing wounds, such as chronic wounds, a therapeutic substance is provided to the wound whereas in other cases no therapeutic substance is provided. The present wound dressing can be used in moist wound healing and contains a substance being able to absorb wound exudate from the wound and to provide moisture to the wound.

Abstract: The invention relates to a functional wound dressing being able to detect and indicate the state of the wound, in particular with regard to infections for example caused by toxins produced by bacteria such Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The present wound dressing can be used in moist wound healing and contains a substance being able to absorb wound exudate from the wound and to provide moisture to the wound.

Abstract: The present invention provides a sensor for locating within a urinary drainage bag, the sensor comprising an agent held by a pH-sensitive release material; wherein the agent is a diagnostic marker and wherein the pH-sensitive release material is configured to release the agent when the pH-sensitive release material is exposed a pH above 7, together with a urinary drainage bag comprising the same. Methods for preventing catheter blockage using the sensor and methods for manufacturing the sensor are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides vesicles that may be used in diagnosing infection, especially with infection by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The vesicles can be used in wound dressings.

Abstract: The invention provides vesicles that may be used in diagnosing infection, especially with infection by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The vesicles can be used in wound dressings.