title: [Methods of non-surgical debridement of wounds in 2011].
abstract: There are several ways of carrying out non surgical debridement. Dressings which ensure an autolytic debridement are the most commonly used method. Hydrogels and alginates are the main tools which are indicated in "medical" debridement. Finally, the use of larvae is spreading in Europe and the protocol for their use is taking shape. Other methods of non surgical debridement remain anecdotal or are still in the process of being assessed (e.g., hydrojets, ultrasound).
authors: Hôpital Charles Foix. sylvie.meaume@cfx.aphp.fr
authors: Sylvie
authors: S
authors: Meaume
mesh_terms: D000464:Alginates / Q000627:therapeutic use; D000818:Animals; D001458:Bandages; D003646:Debridement / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing / Q000639:trends; D004059:Diffusion of Innovation; D005602:France; D006801:Humans; D020100:Hydrogels / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006875:Hydrotherapy; D007814:Larva; D010447:Peptide Hydrolases / Q000627:therapeutic use; D017592:Skin Care / Q000379:methods / Q000639:trends; D014464:Ultrasonic Therapy; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000628:therapy*
chemical_list: D000464:Alginates; D020100:Hydrogels; D010447:Peptide Hydrolases