Ulcers, pressure preventing

A topical enzyme aids in the removal of dead soft tissues by hastening the reduction of proteins into simpler substances. This is called proteolysis or a proteolytic action. The components of certain types of wounds, namely necrotic (dead) tissues and purulent exudates (pus-containing fluid), prevent proper wound healing. Removal of this type of debris by application of a topical enzyme aids in healing. Examples of conditions that may respond to application of a topical enzyme include second- and third-degree bums, pressure ulcers, and ulcers caused by peripheral vascular disease An example of a topical enzyme is collagenase (Santyl). 

Prevent Pressure Ulcers... by reliably using science-based guidelines for their prevention... 

Honey is not only just a natural sugar substitute, but also certain strains of honey can actually help to heal wounds and kill bacteria. Honey has been used to prevent and cure illness for centuries. The Chinese used it to neutralize toxins and relieve pain, treat stomach ulcers, high blood pressure, and constipation. It is also perfect for dabbing onto bums and wounds to help heal the tissue Not all honeys are equal in their goodness. New Zealand Manuka honey is one of the best, as it is harvested from native tea trees, a natural antibacterial agent in itself. 

The goal of therapy is to clean and decontaminate the ulcer to promote wound healing by permitting the formation of healthy granulation tissue or to prepare the wound for an operative procedure. The main factors to be considered for successful wound care are (1) relief of pressure (2) debridement of necrotic tissue (3) wound cleansing (4) dressing selection and (5) prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infection. 

Light support Apply moderate sub-bandage pressure and are used to prevent oedema or for the treatment of mixed aetiology ulcers... 

S.6 Bioelastic Patches for the Prevention of Pressure Ulcer Formation... 

Prevention of Pressure Ulcers by Providing a Drug-laden Cushioning Disc to Cover a Bony Prominence... 

Use of pressure relieving bedding materials to prevent pressure ulcers ... 

It is commonly found that up to 1% of adults will suffer from leg ulceration at some time. Prevention and treatment of venous ulcers is aimed at reducing the pressure either by... 

D R Thomas, Issues and dilemmas in the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers a review , J Gerontol MedSci, 2001 56A M328-340. 

Evaluate each patient upon admission, and regularly thereafter, for the risk of developing pressure ulcers. This evaluation should be repeated at regular intervals during care. Clinically appropriate preventive methods should be implemented consequent to the evaluation. 

The Preventing Pressure Ulcers in Hospitals Toolkit assists hospital staff in implementing effective pressure ulcer prevention practices through an interdisciplinary approach to care. The toolkit draws on literature on best practices in pressure ulcer prevention and includes both validated and newly developed tools. 

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