Hydrofibre

Authors: Christian Kaare Paaskesen, Med. Stud., Hasan Gökcer Tekin, MD

Wound bed assessment

Granulating
Cavity
Sloughy

Moisture assessment

Wet wounds

Contra-indications

Dry wounds

Advantages

Interacts with exudate to create a cohesive gel that creates a moist environment. Excessive exudate is absorbed to prevent maceration of the surrounding skin.

Disadvantages

Can only be used as primary dressing and needs a secondary dressing as cover. Hydrofibre can adhere to the wound bed if used on low exuding wounds and caution is advised.