Different Types Of Wound Dressings Nhs

From hydrogel and hydrocolloid to alginate dressings we have a wide range of options on offer.

Different types of wound dressings nhs.

If the wound is severe you may need to go to a minor injuries unit after applying the dressing. The granulation and epithelialisation phases of this type of wound may take months to complete. This type of wound heals by a combination of proliferation and wound contraction. At clh we have a range of different wound dressings on offer each of which is ideal for treating different wounds.

Wound type aim recommended dressing recommended dressing no or low exudate moderate to high exudate epithelialising wound to protect area and encourage healing. For further information see buyers guide. Dressings should be replaced on a regular basis. Primary wound contact layer.

Nhs purchasing and supply agency centre for evidence based purchasing. A secondary absorbent dressing is required changed as necessary. If you cannot stop the bleeding go to your nearest accident and emergency a e department as soon as possible. Centre for reviews and dissemination.

Are silver dressings clinically effective and cost effective for the healing of infected wounds and the prevention of wound infection relative to other types of dressing. Medicated dressings a hydrocolloid dressings i duoderm dressing adhesive occlusive hydrocolloid dressing with a vapour permeable outer film. Centre for reviews and dissemination health technology assessments crd hta 25 june 2013 publisher. Other dressing types such as foams films hydrofibres gelling fibres gels and antimicrobial antibiotic dressings may also be used ask your carer about which type of dressing they re using to manage your pressure ulcer.

Wound healing by secondary intention occurs when the edges of a wound cannot be approximated eg a leg ulcer. Tie the ends together over the pad to secure it and put slight pressure on the wound. Nhs foundation trust clinical guideline wound dressings guidance for use there are several types of dressings in use at wirral university teaching hospitals nhs foundation trust wuth. Gauze dressings are not recommended for either the prevention or treatment of pressure ulcers.

Advanced wound dressings october 2008. Types of dressing available 13 wound types and recommendations 17 topical negative pressure 26 podiatry 29 nutrition 30 care of leg ulcers 33 skin care 34 pressure ulcer prevention 35 equipment provision 41 7 43 this work was undertaken by the tissue viability steering group and is an update of work undertaken in 2008.