The role of topical silver preparations in wound healing.
Since ancient times, it has been known that silver reduces inflammation of wounds and promotes healing. Partially owing to concerns over bacterial resistance and a growing awareness of the deleterious effects of bacteria and their toxins on wound healing, a wide variety of silver products are now commercially available. This article reviews the effects of silver on wound bioburden and its role in the management of complex wounds.
Tomaselli
Nancy
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Premier Health Solutions, Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002, USA. ntomaselli@PremierHealthSolutions.com
D000279:Administration, Cutaneous; D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D001424:Bacterial Infections / Q000188:drug therapy*; D001458:Bandages; D006801:Humans; D012834:Silver / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D014945:Wound Healing / Q000187:drug effects*
D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local; D012834:Silver