Sloughy Wound
Description Viscous, devitalised tissue, predominantly yellow in colour. It is most often found as patches on the wound surface, although it may cover large areas of the wound. It is made up of dead cells which have accumulated in the exudate. (Dealey 2005). Reproduced by permission of NHS Lothian
Treatment Dry Slough
Treatment Aim
• To remove/debride slough
• To remove excess exudate
• To promote autolysis.
• The aim is to donate fluid in order to establish a moisture balance and promote autolysis.
Primary Dressing
• Hydrogel/sheet
Secondary Dressing
• Hydrocolloid Wet Slough
• The aim is to absorb fluid in order to establish a moisture balance, and promote autolysis.
Primary Dressing
• Alginate or Fibrous Hydrocolloid (depending on the levels of exudate)
Secondary Dressing
• Polyurethane Foam Film
Considerations
• larval therapy (see specialist products section)
• sharp debridement
• monitoring and management of exudate levels
• when using a product that donates fluid ensure that the secondary dressing does not absorb the product before the wound. i.e. gel then a foam product.
REFERENCE
Dealey, C. (2005) General Principles of Wound Management. In: The Care of Wounds, 3rd edn. Oxford: Blackwell Science.
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