title: A challenge that requires further research. Management of fungating breast lesions.
abstract: 1. Fungating wound care should reflect the patient's priorities. 2. There is little research-based literature available on fungating wound care. The criteria for the ideal wound dressing are compatible with palliative wound care. 3. Psychological problems are likely to present as a result of developing a fungating breast wound. 4. Nurses' approach to the patient can affect care. Good communication and the use of touch may help reduce psychological morbidity of these women.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Fairbairn
mesh_terms: D001943:Breast Neoplasms / Q000451:nursing* / Q000532:radiotherapy; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008795:Metronidazole / Q000008:administration & dosage; D010348:Patient Care Team; D011613:Psychotherapy
chemical_list: D008795:Metronidazole