Hydrocolloid dressings contain ingredients that form a gel when they mix with bodily fluids, such as pus. They create a moist, protective environment for wounds to heal. Some also use hydrocolloid ...

Open areas of skin, such as scrapes and oozing pimples, heal best in moist, sealed environments. Hydrocolloid bandages, patches, and dressings can be used for this purpose. Unlike standard bandages, ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . After dermatologic surgery, patients reported modestly improved scar healing with hydrocolloid dressings vs. a ...

This evidence summary discusses the best available evidence for advanced wound dressings and antimicrobial dressings for managing common chronic wounds (diabetic foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, venous ...