Zinc-impregnated and odour-control two-layer compression.
This article presents the results of 40 patients using two versions of a new two-layer compression system in a large primary care organisation. The evaluation was undertaken to explore the following areas formulary inclusion consideration: ease of use, clinical acceptability, clinical outcome and additional patient benefits of an alternative new low-profile bandage system containing zinc (n=30) and odour-control properties (n=10).
Professor of Tissue Viability, Birmingham City University and Consultant Nurse in Tissue Viability, Worcester Health & Care Trust.
Jackie
J
Stephen-Haynes
Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse, Worcester Health & Care Trust.
Rosie
R
Callaghan
D006801:Humans; D007871:Leg Ulcer / Q000628:therapy*; D009779:Occlusive Dressings; D009812:Odorants / Q000517:prevention & control; D011788:Quality of Life; D015032:Zinc / Q000008:administration & dosage*
D015032:Zinc
Compression; Leg ulceration; Venous insufficiency; Zinc