Recent Advances in Imaging in Diagnostics and Therapeutics for Wounds
A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Medical Imaging and Theranostics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2026 | Viewed by 62
Special Issue Editor
Interests: chronic wound; diabetic foot ulcer; venous leg ulcer; wound infections; pressure ulcer
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The Special Issue of Diagnostics, titled “Recent Advances in Imaging in Diagnostics and Therapeutics for Wounds”, guest-edited by Dr. Thomas E. Serena, focuses on innovative diagnostic and imaging technologies aimed at improving the detection and management wounds with a high bacterial burden. It aims to highlight advances in molecular and cellular diagnostics, novel imaging techniques like fluorescence and perfusion imaging, and real-world clinical applications. Further, the Issue seeks to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and clinical practice by presenting tools that enhance the visualization of wound pathology beyond classic signs and symptoms of infection. Ultimately, it hopes to promote a multidisciplinary approach to wound care, integrating imaging and biomarkers to improve outcomes and support future innovations.
Dr. Thomas E. Serena
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- chronic wounds
- wound infection
- surgical site infection
- diabetic foot ulcer
- venous leg ulcer
- pressure ulcer
- medical imaging
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