When wounds are left to dry out a scab forms, a build up of exudate and blood excreted by the wound that hardens and creates a barrier to healing.
What we want is a moist environment for wound healing and an appropriate dressing that manages the exudate.
If we can create a moist environment then we can create the optimal set up for cellular proliferation and the organized deposition of collagen to complete the healing process. Video Rating: / 5
Is it better to let a wound dry out or to try and keep it moist? If you don’t know this video is for you!
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Today’s video is the first of many videos entitled ‘Myth vs. Fact’ where Hot on Health will bust common healthcare myths! A wound heals best with a most, covered environment and NOT when it is left to dry out. Find out why!
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