title: Efficacy of a superabsorbent dressing with Hydration Response Technology.
abstract: Moderately and heavily exuding wounds are associated with delayed healing and an increased risk of infection. Elevated proteases found in chronic wound fluid keep a sustained state of inflammation. Superabsorbent dressings can absorb large quantities of exudate without losing their structure. Some are also able to bind and sequester proteases and bacteria within their structure. This article summarises the in-vitro and clinical evidence on the efficacy of Cutimed® Sorbion® Sachet S. The findings indicate that it helps facilitate autolytic debridement, absorbs exudate and reduces inflammation, and thus the risk of infection.
authors.affiliation: RGN, Independent tissue viability and woundcare consultant; Student of podiatry, University of Plymouth.
authors.forename: Martyn
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Butcher
keywords: Chronic wound exudate; Evidence; Hydration Response Technology; MMPs