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Absorbing more than just exudate - Role of SAP dressings - Primary Times

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Absorbing more than just exudate - Role of SAP dressings - Primary Times

Topics
Wound Cleansing, Wound Bed Preparation, Antimicrobial wound cleansers, Infection Prevention, Chronic Wounds, Biofilm, Non medicated wound dressing, Wound Balance
Language
EN
Publication Year
2025
Author(s)
Hayley Ryan
published in
Primary Times
Approx. reading time
6 min (2 pages)
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Summary

  1. It explains how superabsorbent polymer (SAP) dressings work to manage chronic wounds by absorbing exudate and trapping harmful substances, reducing inflammation, and promoting healing.
  2. The article highlights how SAP dressings reduce reliance on antibiotics by physically removing bacteria and proteases, supporting safer infection management, and lowering resistance risks
  3. Provides practical recommendations:
    -Act early: Identify wounds at risk within 2 weeks.
    -Refer early: Don’t wait for chronic classification.
    -Match dressing to need: Choose silicone-bordered, hydro-responsive, or cavity SAP dressings based on wound type

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