Lutrol gel: a potential role in wounds?

Excoriated skin from malignant wounds or from their effluent are uncommon but difficult situations. Many preparations are available that may relieve discomfort; however, difficulties arise because such wounds often occur in areas where dressings are difficult to apply and keep in place. Lutrol gel is a thermoreversible gel, first reported as a potentially useful base substance by MacGregor in 1994. We report three cases where lutrol gel appeared to reduce discomfort, improve functional ability, and quality of life for the patient. We also discuss other potentially useful agents for similar situations.