Efficacy of advanced dressings in the treatment of pressure ulcers: a systematic review.
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چکیده
A meta-analysis of published research enabled dressing efficacy to be estimated. Comparisons showed greater efficacy of hydrocolloid dressings but failed to confirm advantages of other advanced dressings compared with conventional ones.
منابع مشابه
A systematic review of the use of hydrocolloids in the treatment of pressure ulcers.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of wound care
دوره 14 5 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2005