Polyurethane foam covering for wounds, burns and ulcers

Publication date: November–December 2013 Source:Wound Medicine, Volumes 2–3 Author(s): S.V. Smirnov , M.V. Shakhlamov , M.A. Litinsky , D.V. Yanshin , A.V. Sachkov , V.N. Obolensky An experience of a new wound covering based on “Locus” polyurethane foam use in topical treatment of skin injuries with various etiology which has shown high effectiveness and versatility. Treatment of the second-degree burns, bedsores, trophic ulcers, and chronic non-healing wounds resulted in a positive outcome assessed as an active phase change in the wound healing process. This covering goes well with antiseptics, enzymes, and hypo-adhesive coverings. The application of “Locus” covering is noticed to be convenient for medical staff and comfortable for the patients.
Source: Wound Medicine - Category: Journals (General) Source Type: research