Different Wound Types
Different DressingsEvery wound is different, and goes through a variety of stages throughout the healing process. Therefore a responsive approach to wound management should be taken, adapting treatment throughout the healing process to achieve optimal outcomes. The Advancis dressing selection tool has been developed to support you in selecting the most suitable product for your patient at all stages of the healing journey.
Wound Types
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Necrotic tissue is dead or devitalised non-viable tissue which impedes wound healing.
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Slough refers to the yellow/white material in the wound bed.
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Infection can develop in any type of wound and is usually accompanied by pain, inflammation and swelling.
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Granulation describes the appearance of the red, bumpy tissue in the wound bed as the wound heals.
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Epithelialisation is the final stage of wound healing and is pink/white in colour.
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Cavity wounds can be defined as a wound that extends beneath the dermis.
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A fungating wound develops when cancer that is growing under the skin breaks through the skin and creates a wound.
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A scar may appear flat, lumpy, sunken, or coloured.
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