Antimicrobial Properties and Cytotoxicity of LL-37-Derived Synthetic Peptides to Treat Orthopedic Infections

• Main Authors: Vincenzo Pennone (Author), Elisa Angelini (Author), David Sarlah (Author), Arianna B. Lovati (Author)
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• Udgivet: MDPI AG, 2024-08-01T00:00:00Z.
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Open fractures and prosthetic joints are prone to bacterial infections, especially those involving biofilms, and are worsened by antibiotic inefficacy and resistance. This highlights the need for targeted treatments against orthopedic infections. LL-37, a human cathelicidin, is known for its antimic...