title: The use of Atrauman non-adherent wound dressing in tissue viability.
abstract: This product focus considers the characteristics and application of Atrauman, a non-adherent dressing, in relation to the different aspects of wound healing. Atrauman has many characteristics that make it an ideal dressing choice in a number of clinical scenarios, including: pain free removal; promotion of healthy granulation tissue; cost effectiveness and versatility.
authors.affiliation: Worcestershire PCT, University of Worcester. j-stephen-haynes@nhs.net
authors.forename: Jackie
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Stephen-Haynes
mesh_terms: D003362:Cost-Benefit Analysis; D006801:Humans; D057927:Hydrophobic and Hydrophilic Interactions; D009779:Occlusive Dressings / Q000191:economics; D010146:Pain / Q000517:prevention & control; D011091:Polyesters; D013673:Technology Assessment, Biomedical; D006113:United Kingdom; D014945:Wound Healing; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000628:therapy*
chemical_list: D011091:Polyesters