Chronic wounds represent one of the most persistent challenges in modern healthcare, often leading to prolonged suffering and substantial economic burden. Today, the management of these wounds still largely relies on intermittent clinical assessments and subjective classification systems, which can delay detection of infection or impaired healing. A new study, born out of a powerful collaboration between the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and the University of Southern California’s SALSA (Southwestern Academic Limb Salvage Alliance), offers a glimpse into a future of smarter, more personalized wound care.

Chronic wounds represent one of the most persistent challenges in modern healthcare, often leading to prolonged suffering and substantial economic burden. Today, the management of these wounds still l...