Latex membranes with methylene blue dye for antimicrobial photodynamic therapy

The search for new materials that can be applied in the treatment of injured human tissues has led to development dressings. Membranes have potential as dressing because they fitted and interact with tissue surface. In this study, we analyze morphological properties wettability latex membranes, along incorporation photosensitizer methylene blue, context utility membranes curative applications involving photodynamic therapy (PDT). It was observed deposition into increased both surface roughness wettability. Antifungal testing indicated antimicrobial PDT assisted by incorporating blue effectively inactivated Candida albicans.