Synthetic skin substitutes.

摘要

Membranes suitable for use as wound dressings and in particular as synthetic skin substitutes are disclosed. The membranes consist of a natural or synthetic polymer, a non-gellable polysaccharide and a cross-linking agent. The membranes of the invention may contain one or more additional components selected from water-loss control agents, emulsifying agents and plasticisers. An internal reinforcing material may also be provided to supplement the inherent mechanical strength of the membrane. Methods of forming such membranes are also disclosed.