Hydrogel Films in Biomedical Applications: Fabrication, Properties and Therapeutic Potential
Journal: Gels
Year: 2025

Hydrogel films have emerged as versatile platforms in biomedical engineering due to their unique physicochemical properties, biocompatibility, and adaptability to diverse therapeutic needs. This review provides a comprehensive overview of hydrogel film materials, including natural biopolymers, synthetic polymers, and multifunctional composites, highlighting their structural and functional diversity. We examine key fabrication techniques-ranging from solvent casting and photopolymerization to adv