Australia invented smart discoloration medical tape

Australian researchers have invented a smart medical tape that can change color depending on the condition of the wound.

The purpose of this invention is to help treat wounds more effectively, especially foot ulcers.

Leading inventor Louise van der Werff, an expert with Australia's Scientific and Industrial Research Organization , said the bandage would change from red to blue depending on the temperature of the wound. If infected, the wound will become hot and vice versa, the wound will become cooler if the system provides blood damage.

According to Werff, the change of the wound is often unclear and what she invented, using liquid crystals that interact with different temperatures, can show changes in less than 0.5 degrees Celsius. The temperature is clearly changed partly, through this change, doctors can promptly provide a proper wound treatment regimen.

The main purpose of this invention is to better serve the treatment of chronic wounds in the elderly, obese people, diabetics - those who may experience foot ulcers or stains Very long time to be completely cured.