Functional biomaterials for the diagnosis and treatment of peritoneal surface malignancies (3/2023)

Functionalized biomaterials have potential applications in the diagnosis and treatment of peritoneal surface malignancies. The imagery of a starry sky in the background serves as a metaphor for the vast opportunities for exploration within this field. The ellipses depicted symbolize the trajectories of treatment and diagnosis, respectively. The round balls represent various representative materials, such as gel-based drug delivery systems and fluorescent nanomaterials. Furthermore, the presence of scattered protuberant stones signifies the existence of dispersed planted peritoneal lesions. Lastly, the presence of light serves as a symbol of hope for a potential cure.