Hydrocolloid dressings are bioactive dressings that form a gel when they are exposed to wound exudate. The typical hydrocolloid dressing…
Wound infections pose a serious problem that can lead to delayed healing and life-threatening complications. Prevention is key. By following…
Medical adhesives are a necessary part of modern medicine. Intravenous and intra-arterial lines, endotracheal tubes, and certain catheters must be…
With the population of Americans age 65 or older projected to grow from approximately 46 million to 98 million by…
One of the most important steps in wound treatment is proper dressing application. Effectively dressing a wound is critical to…