| Moist wound healing with occlusive dressings: a clinical focus. | |
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MedLine Citation:
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PMID: 11207694 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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The concept of moist wound healing, which is facilitated by the application of occlusive dressings, dates back to 1615 BC, and the technique is currently supported by a relatively large volume of data. It is clear that occlusive dressings are in many cases associated with more rapid reepithelialization, a reduced risk of infection, and more rapid wound healing than the alternatives. Nevertheless, many clinicians have been slow to accept this therapeutic technique. This article traces the history of moist wound healing from its earliest inception, examines the theoretical mechanisms of its effect, and explores its advantages and disadvantages. It also reviews the literature supporting the use of occlusive dressings in a variety of wound settings and examines the possible reasons behind the apparent reluctance on the part of the medical community to accept a potentially valuable therapy. |
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Authors:
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W H Eaglstein |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.] Volume: 27 ISSN: 1076-0512 ISO Abbreviation: Dermatol Surg Publication Date: 2001 Feb |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2001-06-13 Completed Date: 2001-07-05 Revised Date: 2005-11-16 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9504371 Medline TA: Dermatol Surg Country: United States |
Other Details:
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Languages: eng Pagination: 175-81 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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University of Miami Department of Dermatology, Miami, Florida 33136, USA. |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Animals Humans Occlusive Dressings* Wound Healing* |
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