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Scientific studies on MG are increasing; however, a systematic review is needed for a comprehensive understanding of its efficacy.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Method:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A systematic review conducted on 30 March 2024 used PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science databases to evaluate skin and dermal MGs in wound healing. PRISMA guidelines were followed and predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied. All authors reviewed the studies and discussed results to ensure consistency in study screening, selection and data extraction.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 1251 papers were examined, with 23 eligible for full-text review. 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