The effects of uncoated paper on skin moisture and transepidermal water loss in bedridden patients.

Aims And Objectives: The aims of this study were to measure skin moisture and transepidermal water loss after application of uncoated paper and to compare skin moisture and transepidermal water loss after use of uncoated paper and disposable underpads.

Study Design: The study was a cross-over, prospective, open-labeled, randomized trial.

Sample And Setting: Bedridden patients aged≥18 years at a medical center in Korea were included.