A non-adhesive foam dressing for exuding venous leg ulcers and pressure ulcers: six case studies.
Six patients had their wounds dressed with 3M Foam Dressing, a highly absorbent polyurethane foam covered with a breathable layer, for up to four weeks. The dressing was assessed for its effect on the wound and patient comfort, with promising results.
St. Charles Hospital, London, UK.
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D001458:Bandages / Q000592:standards*; D005122:Exudates and Transudates; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011140:Polyurethanes / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D003668:Pressure Ulcer / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing*; D017592:Skin Care / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing; D013997:Time Factors; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D018608:Ultrasonography, Doppler; D014647:Varicose Ulcer / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing*; D014945:Wound Healing
D011140:Polyurethanes; C028279:polyurethane foam