Moist dressings: bridging the gap between research and practice.
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Dermabrasion was developed to remove acne scars but has now been utilized for other cosmetic and therapeutic problems. New instruments, anesthesia, and postoperative dressings have given rise to improved results. Complications and contraindications are emphasized. There is an increased popularity in dermabrasion.
Hydrocolloid dressings have been in use for more than 20 years. They are indicated for the treatment of granulating, superficial wounds with low to moderate exudates. There are a number of hydrocolloid dressings available, one of which is Comfeel Plus Ulcer Dressing. This differs from the others by combining a hydrocolloid with calcium alginate in its formation to increase the absorptive capacity. This article examines another product of the Comfeel Plus range, Comfeel Plus Transparent Dressing (Coloplast A/S) and describes a small evaluation of the product. The conclusion is that Comfeel Plus Transparent Dressing performs well in terms of healing, compliance, adherence and flexibility. Furthermore, it is transparent and it is therefore possible to follow the wound healing process without removing the dressing.
The effect of six different hydrogels on the development of sterile larvae (Lucilia sericata) was examined in a laboratory study. Five of the products had a marked adverse effect on maggot survival but one appeared to facilitate growth of the larvae when compared to control values. These results are consistent with clinical observations that larvae may not survive well in wounds containing residues of some hydrogel dressings.
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OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the performance of the hydrofiber dressing in the treatment of leg ulcers. METHODS: Multicenter, open, non-comparative study of 23 patients with the mean age of 69.6 years. The mean duration of actual ulcer was 2.6 years. RESULTS: Twelve (55%) patients had marketed improvement in overall change in the condition on the wound and 5 (23%) patients had mild improvement. The majority of dressing changes were pain-free (63%). The dressing changes, application and removal, were easy 171 (99%) and 149 (87%). The mean dressing wear time was 2.4 days. The mean ulcer area at the start of the study was 2.730 mm2 and the final dressing change was 1.963 mm2. The median percentage reduction was 36%. CONCLUSION: The use of the non-occlusive hydrofiber dressing is suitable for the treatment of exudating leg ulcers.
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Few studies have been undertaken in the area of skin protection, even though maintaining tissue viability in the event of incontinence, shear forces and the potential for exudate to macerate periwound areas remains a challenge for any nurse caring for patients. This article outlines and discusses the problems associated with overhydrated tissues and shear forces and the potential for SuperSkin liquid film dressing, marketed by CliniMed, to provide a solution.