Why gauze dressings should not be the first choice to manage most acute surgical cavity wounds.

Authors :: Bethell E
Source :: Journal of wound care [J Wound Care] 2003 Jun; Vol. 12 (6), pp. 237-9.
Publication Year :: 2003
Abstract: Acute surgical wounds left to heal by secondary intention are often routinely managed with gauze fabric dressings. This paper reviews research that suggests newer, modern dressings are more cost-effective and cause less pain on removal.

Subjects :: Alginates economics
Alginates therapeutic use
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium economics
Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium therapeutic use
Contraindications
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Humans
Pain etiology
Occlusive Dressings adverse effects
Occlusive Dressings economics
Surgical Wound Infection prevention & control
Wounds and Injuries nursing

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