Electrochemical pH Sensor Incorporated Wearables for State-of-the-Art Wound Care

Abstract

Nonhealing chronic wounds pose severe physiological and psychological distress to patients, making them a significant concern for global public health. Effective wound management strategies assisted by smart wearable pH monitoring have the potential to substantially alleviate both social and economic burdens. The pH of the wound exudate serves as a valuable indicator for predicting infections and assessing the healing status of wounds. This review comprehensively summarizes fundamental aspects related to wound pH, with a particular emphasis on the relationships between pH and healing status, infections, and other biochemical parameters that are crucial for wound health. It systematically discusses advancements in electrochemical pH sensors specifically designed for wearable devices, emphasizing their core performance in the care of chronic wounds. Additionally, the review outlines the challenges faced by this field and suggests future directions for research and development.