Case series of 18 patients with lower extremity wounds treated with a concentrated surfactant –based gel dressing

The purpose of this case series was to assess the performance of a concentrated surfactant –based gel (CSG) dressing on 18 patients in the outpatient setting over 4 weeks. Wounds selected were full thickness, had been presented for greater than 4 weeks, and were located on the lower extremities. Patients were given the CSG dressing and instructed on its use. On follow-up clinic visits , the wound was assessed, measurements were obtained, Pressure Ulcer Scale for Healing (PUSH) Tool scores completed, and satisfaction with the dressing was solicited.
Source: Journal of Vascular Nursing - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Article Source Type: research