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Gerokomos
Print version ISSN 1134-928X
Abstract
FARRAN FARRE, Sònia. Usage of dressings with gelifying alveolar technology for pressure ulcer healing. Gerokomos [online]. 2018, vol.29, n.4, pp.210-212. ISSN 1134-928X.
Aim:
The aim was to describe the healing process of two pressure ulcers with the usage of dressings with gelifying alveolar technology.
Methodology:
Application of the current guidance about pressure ulcers treatment.
Results:
Both ulcers evolved progressively and favorably until reach their healing in three months from the beginning of the treatment.
Conclusions:
The usage of dressing with gelifying alveolar technology along with the application of preventive, postural and hygienicdietetic measures recommended by the guidance of pressure ulcers treatment, were essential for the good development of the healing process.
Keywords : Pressure ulcer; primary care nursing; case reports.