Hyazyme (Noun)
Meaning
An enzyme (trade name Hyazyme) that splits hyaluronic acid and so lowers its viscosity and increases the permeability of connective tissue and the absorption of fluids.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Hyazyme is often used in ophthalmic surgery to increase the ease of corneal transplantation and to enhance the healing process of corneal injuries.
- Intravenous administration of Hyazyme has been used to treat conditions such as glaucoma by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor from the eye.
- Hyazyme has been clinically used to treat compartment syndrome, an emergency condition that occurs when pressure within a muscle compartment increases to the point of causing damage to the muscles, nerves, and other tissues.
- In some medical procedures, Hyazyme is used in combination with local anesthetics to enhance their spread and effect through the tissues.
- Research on Hyazyme has shown its potential as a treatment for scarring by increasing tissue permeability and promoting the infiltration of fibroblasts and endothelial cells.