title: Clinical experience with a calcium alginate dressing.
abstract: Calcium alginate dressings have been used in the treatment of pressure ulcers and leg ulcers. This study analyzes the effectiveness of a calcium alginate dressing in wound exudate absorption, patient comfort, and ease of application.
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: McMullen
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000464:Alginates / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001458:Bandages / Q000592:standards*; D002985:Clinical Protocols / Q000592:standards; D020723:Glucuronic Acid; D006603:Hexuronic Acids; D006801:Humans; D007871:Leg Ulcer / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*; D008875:Middle Aged; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000451:nursing / Q000628:therapy*
chemical_list: D000464:Alginates; D006603:Hexuronic Acids; D020723:Glucuronic Acid