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. 2006 Nov-Dec;33(6 Suppl):S9-14.
doi: 10.1097/01.won.0000278582.47856.92.

Impact on exudate management, maintenance of a moist wound environment, and prevention of infection

D W Brett  1
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Impact on exudate management, maintenance of a moist wound environment, and prevention of infection

D W Brett. J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs. 2006 Nov-Dec.

Abstract

Hydrocellular foam dressings can be effectively used in the management of many acute and chronic wounds. This article focuses on the role of foam dressings in exudate management, maintenance of a moist wound surface, and prevention of secondary wound infection.

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