Using honey to inhibit wound pathogens.
This article reviews the laboratory and clinical evidence that relates to the antimicrobial properties of honey. Observations show it is a broad spectrum antimicrobial agent with efficacy against bacteria, fungi, protozoa and viruses. It is also capable of eliminating malodours from wounds, eradicating antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria from wounds and acting as an effective prophylactic agent at the exit sites of medical devices.
Cooper
Rose
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University of Wales Institute, Cardiff.
D004353:Drug Evaluation, Preclinical; D004866:Equipment Contamination / Q000517:prevention & control; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D006722:Honey / Q000032:analysis; D006801:Humans; D017053:Infection Control / Q000379:methods; D008826:Microbial Sensitivity Tests; D009812:Odorants; D017592:Skin Care; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014946:Wound Infection / Q000382:microbiology / Q000517:prevention & control*