Examining the range of medicated and paste-impregnated bandages

Br J Nurs. 1999;8(15):1019-20. doi: 10.12968/bjon.1999.8.15.6531.

Abstract

Medicated and paste-impregnated bandages have been used by healthcare professionals for many years, especially in the management of problem skin surrounding leg ulcers. This article examines the range of bandages and the indications for use as well as the role of zinc in wound healing.

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Infective Agents / therapeutic use
  • Bandages / supply & distribution*
  • Clioquinol / therapeutic use
  • Coal Tar / therapeutic use
  • Dermatologic Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Humans
  • Leg Ulcer / nursing*
  • Leg Ulcer / physiopathology
  • Ointments
  • Quaternary Ammonium Compounds / therapeutic use
  • Wound Healing / drug effects
  • Zinc Oxide / therapeutic use*

Substances

  • Anti-Infective Agents
  • Dermatologic Agents
  • Ointments
  • Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
  • Clioquinol
  • Coal Tar
  • ichthammol
  • Zinc Oxide