Experience of using new type of wound dressings on refractory wounds in the department of orthopedics / 中国实用护理杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To discuss the experience of using the new dressings in the treatment of refractory wounds in the department of orthopedics. Methods Wound care team gave the treatment and nursing to 7 cases of refractory wounds in the department of orthopedics, used the new type of wound dressings. Results Among 7 cases, 5 cases were cured and discharged. The granulation growth of the wound was good, and the wound was healed after the transfer surgery of the joint flap. One patient had reached the healing rate of 90% after discharging, and recovered after being followed up for 22 days. Conclusions The correct assessment of the wound, reasonable choice of the new dressing, a good job of anti-infection treatment and the skin protection around the wound can effectively promote healing of the refractory wound after fracture, reduce the cost of health care, and bring the satisfaction to the patients and their families.