Role of the wet-to-dry phase of cleansing in preparing the chronic wound bed for dressing application

J Wound Care. 2005 Sep;14(8):349-52. doi: 10.12968/jowc.2005.14.8.26824.

Abstract

The wet-to-dry phase is a method of cleansing that acts as an alternative to rinsing prior to the application of a modern wound dressing. Debris, exudate and pathogens are removed from the wound, reducing itching and inflammation.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Bandages*
  • Chronic Disease
  • Debridement / methods*
  • Humans
  • Skin Care / methods*
  • Skin Ulcer / therapy*
  • Wound Healing / physiology
  • Wound Infection / prevention & control
  • Wounds and Injuries / therapy*