This publication is the second of two in a series highlighting the importance of achieving wound balance for chronic and acute wounds.
The first publication emphasised the importance of restoring a normal wound healing trajectory to achieve this goal.
This second publication explains how, once restored, this trajectory can be maintained. It is crucial that each treatment plan is tailored to patient’s goals while maintaining the balance between clinical needs and expected outcomes. Superabsorbent polymer (SAP) dressings can help achieve these goals by steering and maintaining the wound on a healing trajectory while optimising wound balance. The previous publication highlighted how hydro-responsive wound dressings (HRWD), including HydroClean® / HydroClean®Advance, address signs of chronicity by promoting autolytic debridement, infection control and moisture balance to form a healthy, granulating wound bed.
This current publication presents case studies from the Middle East depicting how Zetuvit® Plus Silicone Border, a SAP dressing, optimises the wound microenvironment / biomarkers to promote wound balance and, ultimately, healing.
Dr Saqer Al-Mualla
Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Head of Plastic Surgery Department; Deputy CEO, Al Qassimi Hospital, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Dr Salma Saeed
Wound Specialist, Hyperbaric Physician, Al Qassimi Hospital, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Dr Noura Salim
Specialist Plastic, Reconstructive Surgery, Wound Specialist; Head of Regenerative Center, Al Qassimi Hospital, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
