Egg Yolk Oil: A Natural Remedy for Burn Wound Healing
Abstract
Burn wounds are a significant clinical challenge due to their complexity, risk of infection, and the need for effective wound healing agents. In recent years, natural products have gained increasing attention as alternatives or adjuncts to conventional therapies. Egg yolk oil (EYO), derived from the lipid fraction of hen egg yolk, has emerged as a promising bioactive substance in the management of burn injuries. The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of the effectiveness, mechanisms of action, and possible clinical uses of egg yolk oil in the healing of burn wounds. Egg yolk oil contains essential fatty acids, phospholipids, immunoglobulins, and antioxidants, all of which contribute to its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and tissue-regenerative properties.
Keywords: Egg Yolk Oil, Burn wound, Supercritical extraction, solvent extraction.
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Egg yolk oil, Burn Wound, Solvent Extraction, Supercritical ExtractionDOI
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