Assessing an adherent silicone foam dressing: a clinical evaluation across five NHS trusts.

The wound contact layer of UrgoTul Absorb Border (Urgo Medical) foam dressing contains a Technology Lipido Colloid (TLC) Healing Matrix, which includes hydrocolloid and lipophilic substances designed to stimulate fibroblast proliferation and thus promote granulation tissue formation. A multicentre, noncomparative, clinical evaluation of UrgoTul Absorb Border investigated whether use of the dressing promoted granulation tissue formation and the management of wound exudate. Other parameters evaluated included: pain-free dressing changes, protection and improvement of surrounding tissue, ease of application, conformability, ability to remain in place, wear time, effect on peri-wound skin, durability, ease of removal, and patient comfort.

Removing all barriers: a 10-patient evaluation in the acute care setting.

Wound bed preparation is an essential component of care in the management of wounds where healing is delayed. The removal of devitalised tissue quickly and safely may present as a challenge to clinicians. Drawtex Hydroconductive Dressing with LevaFiber Technology was evaluated within an acute hospital on a range of wounds and was shown to effectively prepare the wound bed.